Tips And Tricks On How To Lose Weight Correctly
bluntly, are biologically different from men.
Those differences imply some guidelines for diet, exercise and
health matters in general. Women, for example, naturally have a
higher percentage of body fat than men, 27% on average compared
to 15% for a fit individual. That single number alone is
helpful information if one of your weight loss or exercise
goals is fat reduction.
Any woman trying to reduce her percentage should take into
account this natural difference, since it can help avoid guilt
and provide a realistic goal.
Women experience hormonal changes that differ considerably from
that of men as they age. Even young women can have
irregularities in menstrual cycle and other physiological
changes as a result.
This can be seen more clearly by looking at some extreme cases,
for example.
Women in concentration camps in WWII frequently discontinued
having regular menstrual cycles, as a result of the effects of
starvation.
Highly trained female athletes also often experience similar
changes, as a result of ultra-low body fat and other causes.
The ill effects of PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) can be reduced
by stabilizing blood sugar levels, regulating fat intake and
other dietary changes.
For example, mood swings can be smoothed out to a degree by
higher amounts of soluble fiber, which helps produce a slower
rise in blood sugar. Apples, oats and beans are good sources.
Combining fat with protein and carbohydrate intake in a
balanced way will help slow the rise in blood sugar from the
carbohydrate consumption.
Ice cream may be a comfort food but the effect is short-lived
and doesn’t provide the balance needed. Instead, increase
consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables. Bananas are a good
choice, along with walnuts.
Women are more prone to arthritis, fibromyalgia and other
conditions. Certain previously unsuspected food allergies can
worsen the symptoms.
Testing is essential, but at the same time a healthy diet will
help. Rice beverages can be substituted for those sensitive to
cows milk, there are wheat-free breads on the market that are
still whole grain and peanuts may need to be avoided for some.
For example some women who suffer from rheumatic symptoms will
find they are allergic to wheat. A gluten-free diet will help
lessen that problem.
This includes finding substitutes for ordinary cereal, standard
bread, pasta and other foods made from wheat flour.
During the years of menopause, as cycles become less regular
and large hormonal changes are occurring, diet can help lessen
the severity of any discomfort. Lowering sodium intake is
helpful.
Substitutes include herbs, garlic or lemon juice for flavoring.
Each individual is different, though, and you should consult a
physician for proper amounts.
Menopausal women are likely to benefit from reducing saturated
fats, beyond that of younger women or males. Since estrogen
levels are declining,
HDL cholesterol (the beneficial type) will tend to fall and LDL
cholesterol (the potentially harmful type) will rise.
One result is that, though men in general have a higher risk of
heart attack as they age, during this time a woman’s risk is
equal to those of men of similar age. Reducing saturated and
trans fat can help reduce those risks.
Moderate wine consumption is beneficial. It provides
anti-oxidants and other helpful compounds and is generally
lower in calories than many alternatives. Lowering caffeine can
help reduce loss of calcium, which is more needed as women age.
What constitutes a proper diet varies somewhat by gender and
age, so investigate what is right for your particular
circumstances. Knowledge is the key to health.
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