As people age, many try to control their calorie intake to maintain health and appearance. However, middle-aged people often find that even if they eat less and exercise more, they still find it difficult to lose weight... Why is that?
Almost everyone in middle age experiences a slower metabolic rate, so some people, even with moderate daily exercise and a low food intake, still maintain the same weight, or even find it difficult to lose weight. Some people restrict their calorie intake while exercising, which actually slows down their metabolism even more.
To boost metabolic rate, we can consider increasing muscle mass, maintaining good sleep, and taking NMN . First, to increase muscle mass, we need to consume enough protein. Eggs, milk, beans, and white meat (chicken or fish) are excellent sources of protein. NMN is a popular health supplement in Hong Kong in recent years. Years of research have proven its anti-aging effects, including accelerating metabolism, improving sleep quality, and increasing exercise endurance. If you consistently take NMN and combine it with appropriate exercise, it should greatly help boost your metabolic rate.
In addition, everyone should reduce their intake of sugary foods and drinks. While sweets may provide a temporary sense of comfort, excessive sugar intake in the long term increases the risk of weight gain and obesity, and also slows down metabolism. According to the WHO, daily sugar intake should not exceed 50 grams, and a single packet of lemon tea already accounts for 70 % of that! Even honey, freshly squeezed juice, and concentrated juice contain added free sugars due to processing, so drinking too much of them is not beneficial. It is recommended to replace soft drinks, juices, or takeout beverages with plain water, soda water, or sparkling water, or choose drinks with less sugar or no sugar.
A word of caution: if you're replacing regular meals with fruit, be aware that many fruits are high in sugar. For example, 100 grams of fruit contains 15.23 grams, 14.8 grams, and 14 grams of sugar, respectively, while the calories are 66 , 65 , and 68 kcal per 100 grams. Therefore, trying to lose weight by eating the wrong fruits might actually lead to weight gain.
If you frequently attend social events or eat out, consider taking calorie-controlling supplements before meals. For example, leptin , a popular calorie-controlling ingredient in Europe and America, is a protein hormone produced by fat secretion. It regulates calorie intake and expenditure, burns fat, and controls appetite and satiety. When leptin levels rise, it sends signals to the brain to control food intake, making you feel full. It also boosts metabolism and inhibits fat cell synthesis, thus achieving weight loss.
In summary, improving local weight issues is not simply a matter of eating less or not eating at all. It requires a combination of factors, including moderate exercise, good sleep, healthy eating habits, and appropriate nutritional supplements.
