"I don't eat much, so why?"... 3 Reasons It's Harder to Lose Weight as You Get Older

My food intake remains the same as before, but I keep gaining weight. Dieting doesn't seem to make much progress. Why? It's all down to my age.

 

Hormonal changes occur, and metabolic rate also changes. The American health information media outlet "Everyday Health" explains why weight control becomes more difficult as we age.

 

“Muscles shrink”

 

After age 30, muscle mass decreases by 3-8% every decade. This decline can be even greater with age-related problems like arthritis. Why does muscle loss lead to weight gain?

Muscle burns more calories than fat, even at rest. If you lose muscle mass but continue to eat the same amount as you did when you were younger, it's only natural that the remaining calories will be converted into body weight. Experts advise that to prevent this, engage in regular strength training.

 

“Hormones decrease”

 

As men and women enter middle age, their hormone levels change. Women experience menopause between the ages of 45 and 55, which significantly reduces estrogen production, making them more prone to belly fat.

 

According to endocrine experts, rapid mood swings can make it difficult to maintain a healthy diet, which is also a problem. Testosterone levels in men begin to decline after age 40, decreasing by 1-2% each year.

 

Testosterone is a hormone that regulates fat distribution, muscle mass, and strength. Low testosterone levels mean you can't burn calories efficiently.

 

“Metabolism slows down”

 

As muscle mass decreases, your metabolism slows down. Metabolism is the process by which you convert ingested calories into energy.

Adding to this a change in lifestyle habits, such as a decrease in activity level, it is natural for weight to increase. Rather than extreme dieting, △Drink water frequently, △Eat breakfast regularly, △Reduce snacks, △Eat slowly, etc. This is necessary.

 

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It is well known that there are changes in hormone secretion,

Eating less than usual, or eating the same amount

I definitely feel like my sides are gaining weight.

 

△Drink water often

△Eat breakfast

△Reduce snacks

△Eat slowly

 

I guess I should start with this.