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We receive many emails from readers who
used to be physically fit when they were young, but now having reached their
40s or 50s have found themselves woefully overweight and out of shape.
High levels of physical fitness of decades ago were achieved through the daily routine of exercise.
In fact, exercise in youth was considered
a lifestyle habit.
Unfortunately, for many of our baby boomer
readers, some circumstances such as an injury eliminated the good habit of
exercise. Now, concerned about health as well as appearance (they finally
took a good look in the mirror and didn’t
like what they saw), these baby boomers seek out our advice.
To learn more about getting in the habit of
exercise, check out our latest Bodybuilding for Baby Boomers article, “Back in the Saddle,” on Bodybuilding.com.
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/babyboom63.htm
Baby Boomer
Quick Tips and Facts
Is obesity
contagious? A new, yet highly controversial theory
about obesity is linking the Ad36, adenovirus to obesity. Dr.
WebMD.
Understanding the difference between “low fat”
and “reduced fat.”
60% of consumers check
the labels before making a purchase, but do we understand the nutritional
labels? Here’s a
quick guide.
|
Fat-free |
Less that 0.5g fat per serving |
|
Low saturated fat |
1g or less per serving |
|
Low fat |
3g or less per serving |
|
Reduced fat |
At least 25% less fat than regular
version |
|
Light in fat |
Half the fat (or less) of regular version |
Hormone therapy and breast cancer.
The
latest research shows a link between an increased risk of breast cancer and
menopause hormone therapy. Increased risks of 26% after 5 years of use were evidenced in women 50-79 years
of age in the NIH Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) trial.
Menopause
Flashes Newsletter. www.regardinghealth.com
Low glycemic index diet is helpful with type 2
diabetes. Low glycemic
index foods such as lentils, chickpeas and pumpernickel when compared to high
GI food such as potatoes can improve glycemic
control and LDL cholesterol levels in baby boomer aged men.
Benefits of vitamin D.
In
addition to lowering risk of some cancers, multiple sclerosis and arthritis,
vitamin D may also relieve depression. 11 million Americans are affected by SAD, seasonal affective
disorder. Vitamin D supplementation creates stores of this
vitamin in the bloodstream which
carries people through the winter months where the lack of sunlight worsens
mood disorders.
WebMd.
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