\t\t There are several changes many women experience after age 40, including:<\/p>\n Women’s metabolisms tend to slow down after 40 for numerous reasons.<\/p>\n Hormones often fluctuate, causing lower levels of estrogen or thyroid hormone.<\/p>\n Furthermore, muscle mass tends to decrease in women over 40.<\/p>\n Because muscle burns more calories than fat, less lean mass means a slower metabolism and fewer calories burned throughout the day.<\/p>\n Estrogen levels tend to decrease over 40, especially with menopause in women.<\/p>\n These changes can contribute to low energy levels, weight and body fat gains, less lean body mass, and a higher risk of osteoporosis.<\/p>\n Women are more likely than men to experience low thyroid hormone levels, also known as hypothyroidism, which is linked with fatigue, weight gain, hair changes, and feeling cold.<\/p>\n Women over 40 have different nutritional needs than their younger peers.<\/p>\n They often need fewer calories to maintain their weights, smaller portions to achieve calorie goals, more calcium, less iron, and more vitamin D after age 70.<\/p>\n\t\t Women over 40 can follow a few simple tips to ensure they meet, but not exceed, their daily nutritional requirements.<\/p>\n Examples include:<\/p>\n Protein foods help maintain lean body mass, minimizing the effects of age-related muscle loss to keep your metabolism high.<\/p>\n Dairy foods and plant-based alternatives are rich in protein, calcium, and vitamin D, which enhance teeth and bone health.<\/p>\n Soy protein is a good source of estrogen-like compounds, which studies<\/a> show may improve symptoms of menopause in women.<\/p>\n Examples of muscle-building foods to include in your diet are:<\/p>\n Choose a variety of protein-rich foods at each meal and snack, and aim to consume three servings of dairy foods or calcium-rich (plant-based) equivalents daily.<\/p>\n Nuts, seeds, nut butters, and soy milk are excellent sources of protein AND heart-healthy fats.<\/p>\n \t\t As a busy women, it\u2019s challenging to stay consistent with healthy eating. That\u2019s why we created SuperFuel<\/strong>\u2026 the delicious \u201call-in-one\u201d nutrition shake for busy women 40+<\/span> to give your body the protein + key nutrients you need<\/strong> for more energy, fat burning, and muscle building.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Whole, plant-based foods are loaded with fiber, which is beneficial for nutrition for women over 40.<\/p>\n Fiber can:<\/p>\n Examples of fiber-rich plant foods include:<\/p>\n Aim to eat about 2 servings of fruit and at least three servings of vegetables daily, as well as a variety of other fiber-rich foods.<\/p>\n Heart-healthy fats, as the name implies, offer many benefits for your heart.<\/p>\n These fats boost satiety and help you achieve or maintain a healthy weight.<\/p>\n Omega-3 fatty acids enhance brain health, lowering your risk of cognitive problems linked with aging in men and women.<\/p>\n Furthermore, good fats contribute to healthy hair, skin, and nails.<\/p>\n They improve the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (vitamins A, E, D, and K).<\/p>\n Add some of the following fats to your menu to achieve exceptional nutrition for women over 40:<\/p>\n Algae oil is a good source of vegan omega-3 fatty acids and is usually present in vegan omega-3 supplements.<\/p>\n Always check in with your doctor before taking dietary supplements.<\/p>\n\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/banner-img-rx.png\")
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Metabolism Changes<\/h3>\n
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