Exercise, Nutrition, and Weight

exercise

powerful way to combat the changes we associate with aging

exercise

builds muscle, increases metabolism, helps control blood sugar, increases bone density, and relieves stress

exercise

thought of as preventative health care

Excess Sodium

Processed foods are the main culprits correlated with increased blood pressure

Excess Fat

have been linked to heart disease, stroke, and high cholesterol

Excess Fat

contribute to weight gain

Added Sugar

contributes to weight gain, diabetes, and other health problems

men

gender in middle age = gain fat on upper abdomen and back

women

gender in middle age = gain fat in waist and upper arms

metabolism

process by which the body converts food and drink into energy

muscle

more of _____ = burn more calories = higher metabolism

muscle decrease

happens as we age = burns less calories = less metabolism

overweight

weight associated with diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease

obesity

weight associated with Alzheimer's disease

obesity

reduces immune function and decreases lung capacity and reserve, which can make ventilation difficult

Lifestyle

has a strong impact on the health status of midlife adults