In General After a Woman’s 40th Year…
- The body starts to lose muscle mass
- The body decreases fat burning
- She experiences a decrease in bone density
- She experiences the Most disruption in sleeping patterns start
Diet/Nutrition
- Increase protein intake (that does not mean meat), decrease carbohydrates (that does mean bread and pasta)
- Berries for antioxidants – anthocyanadins, resveratrol – good for small blood vessels of the eyes and brain
- Beta-Carotene – converted into Vitamin A, important for skin health, immune function, and bone health – apricots, broccoli, carrots, kale, papaya, peach, pumpkin, red peppers, spinach, tomatoes
Exercise (30minutes 5-7 days a week)
Continue weight bearing exercise, resistance training, moderate impact cardio (focus on getting heart rate into you optimal aerobic range)
Supplements
Bone builders –