How To Lose Weight After 40

Everyone reaches the age of 40—and beyond at some stage in their lives. In many cases as a person ages they become less active, and as a result, they often put on more weight.

Why is this? Well, there are various reasons. In women the menopause, slowing down of their metabolism and hormone changes have the effect of reducing energy levels. This lack of energy often means that weight gain will be the result. In men too, a slowing down of their metabolism and hormone changes can mean weight gain and a reduction in energy which has the effect of making someone less inclined to do exercise.

Then we come to the daily diet. If the same amount of daily calories is consumed as when a person was younger, then they will gain weight. The only way to reduce weight is to consume less calories than you burn. In other words you have to have a negative daily calorie intake. I explain how to do this in this book.

Is it easy to lose weight? The answer is yes, and no. It all depends on your commitment to really want to lose that excess weight. And it is important to remember, that as you age, it becomes more difficult to lose excess weight.

In this book I have included various tables to help you chart your weight loss course. The tables include a Glycemic Index for those who follow this principle, in addition to a Basal Metabolic Rate table. In the back of the book there is a very useful weekly food diary for you to complete as well as a calorie counter for various food groups and some suggested menus to help you plan your meal program.

Also included are chapters on which foods to avoid, the importance of the methods used in food preparation and cooking, how excess fat impacts on the body, and a chapter on the importance of getting adequate exercise.

This book is a must read for anyone who is interested in following the ideas outlined in this book. If you do, you will be able to lose that excess weight and be more active and healthier as a result.