Healthy Metabolism in Seniors

Healthy Eating

Eat balanced meals , that include vegetables, healthy proteins, whole grains and fruits. Here’s how to build a healthy eating plate:

Drink water and avoid sugary beverages.

Metabolic Benefits of Physical Activity

Physical activity can delay the onset  of over 40 chronic metabolic and cardiovascular diseases and reduce all-cause mortality. Metabolic benefits include:

Furthermore, exercise helps improve the following five health markers  of metabolic syndrome:

1. Lowers your triglycerides with resistance training and high-intensity cardio
2. Improves the number of High-Density Lipoproteins (HDL)
3. Reducing waist circumference
4. Lower blood pressure with regular exercise
5. Better glucose control

Mitochondrial Dysfunctions

The mitochondria  in your cells produces energy. Dysfunctional mitochondria are a critical contributor to many common pathologies , including:

You can reduce your risk of disease and protect mitochondrial health  through physical exercise. Seniors who maintain high amounts of physical activity have better mitochondrial capacity  (similar to highly active younger adults). Consequently, active seniors have better muscle quality, exercise efficiency, and physical performance. Repeated exposure  to exercise improves stress resistance and immunity. It also rejuvenates mitochondria in the following ways: In other words, regular physical exercise enables your cells to generate more energy and stay healthy. Call Senior Healthcare Direct at 1-833-463-3262 to speak with a licensed agent.