You’ve reached midlife and may be experiencing a whole host of changes, challenges and opportunities that are new to you.
Now, more than ever, your health and wellbeing deserves to be at the top of your priority list.
Here, we explore why healthy habits in midlife are not just a ‘nice to have’ but are vital for your quality of life now and in the future.
Your body needs extra care in midlife and beyond
Changes to your hormones, muscle mass, metabolism, joints and bones, and more, mean that your body’s needs are different from what they used to be. Your usual diet and lifestyle habits that have always kept you feeling happy and healthy may not work so well anymore – and you may need to work harder to feel yourself.
You’re more likely to have chronic, systemic inflammation as you age
Cumulative exposure to environmental toxins and a less efficient immune system may mean you have chronic inflammation throughout your body, which could contribute to a wide range of health problems.
You’re at increased risk of chronic diseases as you age
One of the most compelling reasons to embrace healthy habits midlife is the prevention of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer, which are more prevalent as we age – at least in part due to the chronic, systemic inflammation mentioned above. Smart choices help to reduce these risks.
Cognitive decline is a concern as you age
Loss of nerve cells, changes to neurotransmitters, reduced blood flow, and the aforementioned chronic inflammation are just a few reasons why our cognition declines as we age. Healthy nutrition and lifestyle habits can have a positive impact on cognitive function and keep your mind sharp.
Your body’s response to stress may become impaired
Imbalanced hormones and poor sleep, among other midlife changes and challenges, can leave you feeling like you don’t deal with stress as well as you used to. Healthy habits can both reduce the stress you are under AND alter how your body responds to that stress.
Overall, adopting healthy nutrition and lifestyle habits in midlife will lead to a better quality of life for you now and in the future. You’ll have more energy, better mobility, and greater mental clarity, making everyday activities more enjoyable.
We can help you to understand what nutrition and lifestyle habits are good for you, based on your own your unique health status, goals, needs and preferences.
Book a free 15-minute chat with me to find out more.
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