Maintaining a moderate weight is important for people of all ages, but it is even more vital as people get older. For a number of reasons, many people may find it more difficult to lose weight after they turn 50 years old. However, it is still important for older adults to maintain a moderate weight....
Belly flab is like a storage unit for the rest of your body. Popular Science Sara Chodosh Mmmmmm, fat! Deposit If cells were personified, each fat cell would be an overbearing grandparent who hoards. They’re constantly trying to make you eat another serving of potatoes, and have cabinets stacked with vitamins they never take. Like that grandparent,...
A high-protein, low-calorie diet helps older adults with obesity lose more weight, maintain more muscle mass, improve bone quality and lose “bad” fat, according to results from a new randomized controlled trial led by Wake Forest University researcher Kristen Beavers. Kristen Beavers. Credit: WFU / Ken Bennett Four research papers based on the study results...
