Growing into your 50s is yet another beautiful chapter of life.
But alas, the struggle to shed weight becomes all too real with age.
Keep reading to learn about these top-recommended tips and tricks from the experts.
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Get your fill of fiber-rich foods.
If you’re looking to lose weight and follow an all-around healthy diet, fiber is your new BFF.
“Fiber provides a greater sense of fullness when included in a meal,” Dunn tells us.
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Fiber also plays a role in supporting gut health, bowel regularity, and blood sugar regulation."
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Dunn recommends, “Regularly consume foods that are consistent with the DASH or Mediterranean diet.
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These factors are all very helpful when implemented toreduce total body fat.”
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Bump up your protein.
Don’t forget about protein!
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Like fiber, bumping up your protein intake is a smart idea.
“Older adults have an increased need for protein,” Dunn tells us.
“An increase in protein intake can aid in weight loss and maintenance.
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It will also help support recommended strength training as it supports muscle regeneration and recovery.”
Shapiro agrees it’s crucial to meet your protein goals.
From protein shakes to baked goods with protein powder to tasty protein-rich meals, the possibilities are endless.
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Strength train.
If you’re not already doing resistance training, it’s about time you hopped on the bandwagon.
“An increase in resistance training can help you lose weight and maintain or improve your physical function.”
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Lower your carb intake.
“We become less insulin sensitive and store excess carbs around our middle,” Shapiro says.
Try intermittent fasting.
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“Research shows that as we age, IF may help to promote weight loss,” Shapiro says.
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Stay hydrated.
Regularly sipping good old H2O is another crucial expert-approved tip on how to lose belly fat after 50.
“As we age we lose our thirst mechanism and tend to walk around dehydrated,” Shapiro explains.
I recommend aiming for 1/2 your weight in ounces as a baseline every day."
