{"id":8969,"date":"2021-08-09T13:56:49","date_gmt":"2021-08-09T17:56:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=8969"},"modified":"2021-08-09T13:57:06","modified_gmt":"2021-08-09T17:57:06","slug":"what-is-a-healthy-and-nutritious-diet-for-those-over-40","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/what-is-a-healthy-and-nutritious-diet-for-those-over-40\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Healthy and Nutritious Diet for Those Over 40?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Did you know that your body’s metabolism begins to slow down 10% each decade<\/a> after your 20s? A slower metabolism means you’ll burn fewer calories throughout your day. When you burn fewer calories, gaining weight is easier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Folks in their 40s and beyond also need to focus on eating a diet high in the nutrients their aging bodies need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep reading for tips on achieving a healthy metabolism and eating a nutritious diet once you reach your 40s and beyond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Focus on Superfoods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Superfoods are youth-promoting foods that provide your body with the vitamins and minerals it needs to thrive. The best superfoods provide a huge nutritional boost with very few calories. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dark leafy green veggies like kale, swiss chard, and collard greens are some of the best to include in your diet. These powerful veggies can reduce your risk of heart disease<\/a> and type 2 diabetes.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Berries like raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries pack a serious nutritional punch. They feature the antioxidants your body needs to treat digestive disorders and reduce cancer risk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Get Enough Protein<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Protein is one of the key dietary components that all bodies need. This macronutrient is especially essential in aging folks facing declining metabolisms. Eating enough protein will protect your muscle mass and prevent weight gain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don’t need to eat like a bodybuilder to get the protein your body needs. Sedentary adults should aim for 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Incorporate more foods like eggs, skinless chicken breast, turkey breast, cheese, and nuts into your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Use Healthy Fats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though fats have had a bad reputation over the years, the science is now clear. Every body needs a source of healthy fats for optimal health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Good” fats like unsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids are essential in the promotion of health and wellness. These fats are necessary for optimal heart health and good cholesterol. They can also lower blood pressure and prevent atherosclerosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good sources of healthy fats include olive oil, peanut butter, flaxseeds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Choose Smart Carbs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like fats, carbohydrates have also had a bad rep in the last few years. Carbs are another essential macronutrient that your body needs to thrive. The key is to choose smart carbs more often than their unhealthy counterparts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Corn is often overlooked because of the controversy over genetically engineered foods. Corn is also higher in carbohydrates than other vegetables but it has a low glycemic index. It won’t spike your blood sugar levels and will instead provide energy and satiety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Educate yourself on the arguments for and against GMOs<\/a> so you can make informed diet decisions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other great smart carb choices include quinoa, whole-wheat pasta and bread, and legumes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eat a Nutritious Diet, Live a Longer Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You could be adding years to your life when you choose to follow a nutritious diet. Not only will your body operate better when you eat anti-aging foods, but you’ll feel better, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep reading our food articles for more tips on living a healthier lifestyle. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Did you know that your body’s metabolism begins to slow down 10% each decade after your 20s? A slower metabolism means you’ll burn fewer calories throughout your day. When you burn fewer calories, gaining weight is easier.  Folks in their 40s and beyond also need to focus on eating a diet high in the nutrients their […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8969"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8969"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8969\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8971,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8969\/revisions\/8971"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8969"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8969"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8969"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}