Workout and weight loss on wheels-age matters

Once we age, the body changes and we must eat and exercise accordingly. In general our metabolism decreases, we can't burn calories as easily so therefore we shouldn't eat the same types of fattening foods. 35+ years old - wrinkles form after tissue loosens and sun does damage. Our body produces less collagen and elastin, which makes up the support tissue of the skin. Weight lifting can develop the shape of your muscles and fill out into the skin from the underside. 40+ years old- bones lack enough calcium to renew themselves and become thinner partly due to menopause. They become brittle and break more easily. Foods with calcium and fiber are recommended (sardines, spinach, and green vegetables). Weight bearing exercises are suggested. 50-70+ years old This is when the bulk of problems may arise as well as skin (gets dryer so apply moisturizer) teeth (gums weaken) and psychological problems. The body lacks nutrients such as calcium and vitamins B12 and D so eat foods like cereals, bread, & milk products help. The body needs adequate fiber, vitamins, minerals, protein and carbohydrate. Among other things decrease red meat sugar, saturated fats, sodium and increase whole foods. Exercise must be split into just a single category just days a week- rest in between.