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The Top 5 High-Protein Foods to Consume Once You Turn 50
As you get older, it's crucial to get lots of protein, which these foods can provide.The key to leading a healthy lifestyle, regardless of age, is to make sure you consume adequate protein every day. Building muscle, regulating blood pressure, regaining energy, and maintaining a healthy metabolism are all made possible by protein. Protein also makes you feel full and satisfied. But as you get older, your body will unavoidably undergo changes that make protein consumption even more essential.After age 25, adults have a 2-3% drop in their resting metabolic rate as well as a 1-2% loss of lean muscle mass, according to Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, author of The Sports Nutrition Playbook and member of our expert medical board. "The truth is that these two things are probably related since a more active metabolism is encouraged by having more lean muscle mass. In order to maintain lean muscle mass as you age, it is crucial that you consume enough protein."
By Shashini3 years ago in Longevity
Physicians' Cholesterol Secrets: They Actually Work
If your cholesterol is excessively high, your doctor would advise lowering it as soon as possible.In normal proportions, the waxy substance known as cholesterol—which is produced by the liver—is beneficial to the body. However, having too much of it linger in your blood might be harmful, especially for your heart. If the amount of "bad" (LDL) cholesterol in your body is too high, your doctor will advise lowering it as soon as possible. Follow their suggestions. The good news is that there are steps you can take to stop it from happening: according to experts, these are the cholesterol-lowering techniques that genuinely work. Don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID to guarantee your health and the health of others. Continue reading to learn more.
By Shashini Thennakoon3 years ago in Longevity
What Happens When You Quit Smoking?
The World Health Organization reports a mere 4% of all tobacco users who attempt to quit will succeed without a cessation plan. This displays the increasing need for users to enlist professional help and tested cessation medications to successfully stop a smoking habit. The recovery is not without its obstacles as you will experience symptoms of withdrawal and cravings. However, don’t allow doubts to plague you. Quitting is definitely attainable if you cultivate the right mindset and determination to pursue it.
By Rajeev Sharma3 years ago in Longevity
How Do Digital and In-Person Interactions Affect Wellbeing?
With social media on the rise and with the worries about privacy starting to surge, it's important to remember that strong relationships benefit humans. There are many studies that show that when we're connecting with another person that we feel better than when we're alone. But some people argue that interactions that are primarily digital, such as those on social media, come less naturally than face-to-face interactions. Some studies have shown that the amount of time people spend on their phones can have negative consequences on mental health. There have been mixed findings from these studies and thus it is not clear whether people should be scrolling on their phone or spending more time outside.
By Faraz3 years ago in Longevity
To live to 100 and beyond, adopt These Healthy Habits, According to Science
Do you wish to get a membership to the hip club in town? You must be 100 years old to qualify as a centenarian, which is a position of exceptional longevity. The World Economic Forum estimates that by 2021, there will be more than 500,000 persons on the planet who are 100 years of age or older. We're here to discuss some healthy behaviors that will help you live to 100 and beyond because it's a rather rare position.
By Shashi Thennakoon3 years ago in Longevity
Dementia Warning Signs You May Not Even Know
Find out why it's simple to overlook dementia's early warning symptoms.The World Health Organization estimates that about 55 million people are affected by dementia, which causes changes in cognitive processes like memory and thought. The disorder can substantially disrupt a person's life and seriously interfere with daily activities to the point where they require care. Understanding the symptoms of dementia is essential for spotting the condition early and acting immediately to prevent more damage in an effort to slow down its course. However, it's simple to ignore the signs and follow the Eat This, Not That! Experts who discuss dementia and the warning indications that you could have it were interviewed by Health.
By Shashi Thennakoon3 years ago in Longevity
Can your diet increase your appeal to mosquitoes?
There can be certain feeding patterns that attract the bothersome insects.I draw mosquitoes. I am one of those folks who, if I am outside on a summer evening, will first hear that awful buzzing close to my head before an eventual bite will be delivered to my arm, leg, or any other exposed flesh. But why do some people attract mosquitoes like a magnet while others hardly ever get bitten? According to recent study, your diet might be important.
By Shashini3 years ago in Longevity
Women Beware - Do Not Have a Hysteroscopy Without an Anesthetic
Please all women beware This is not an easy procedure you take in an outpatient hospital in the UK. I am not a doctor or a nurse. I talk about this as a patient.
By Denise Larkin3 years ago in Longevity
The Biggest Alzheimer’s Secret You Didn’t Know- It’s Not Just For Old People
Despite the brisk March wind and cold late evening temperatures, no one in the Washington, D.C. Alzheimer’s Forum crowd of delegates and legislators moved. Mesmerized by Tony’s words, hundreds of people stood silent at the foot of the Lincoln Memorial as they listened to the heartbreaking story of his wife’s losing battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.
By Joan Gershman3 years ago in Longevity
The way you made someone feel will always be remembered.
Let's start with the closest relationships we have in our life, and it is for sure a parent's relationship. When I was a youngster, I don't recall the things my parents used to say to me, but I do remember how it felt to be loved. I can't recall the content of our disputes, but I can still feel the warmth of my mother's embrace as she enters the room without saying a word and hugs me. The firsts I experienced with my companions are largely forgotten, but I can still clearly recall the happiness of the experience.
By Wajiha Khan3 years ago in Longevity
Nine Miracles, Zero Zippers!
This is a true story about my battle with heart disease. I was very heavily exposed to Agent Orange during 1967–68, my year in Vietnam. My heart troubles started almost as soon as I left the service. The VA Cardiologists I have seen (too many to count) have mentioned my heart problems could be related to my family’s hereditary. Regardless of how it occurred, I have dealt with this condition for 50+ years. I believe that’s a miracle in and of itself.
By Ken3 years ago in Longevity
Teeth Grinding Explained and How To Stop
It's an unconscious condition that your dentist discovers or that others notice because you're making a noise while sleeping. It's a condition in which you grind or clench your teeth.
By Albu Anca3 years ago in Longevity