{"id":28365,"date":"2021-10-19T16:47:53","date_gmt":"2021-10-19T16:47:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=28365"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"weight-loss-over-50","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/","title":{"rendered":"Weight Loss Over 50: Why It&#8217;s Hard And What You Can Do About It"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Why_Is_Weight_Loss_Over_50_So_Hard\" >Why Is Weight Loss Over 50 So Hard?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Loss_Of_Muscle_Mass\" >Loss Of Muscle Mass<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Slower_Metabolism\" >Slower Metabolism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Hormonal_Changes\" >Hormonal Changes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Less_Active_Lifestyle\" >Less Active Lifestyle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Poor_Sleep\" >Poor Sleep<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#What_Foods_To_Eliminate_Over_50_For_Rapid_Weight_Loss\" >What Foods To Eliminate Over 50 For Rapid Weight Loss?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Refined_Sugars_And_Sweeteners\" >Refined Sugars And Sweeteners<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Certain_Starches\" >Certain Starches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Processed_And_Fried_Foods\" >Processed And Fried Foods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Foods_To_Eat_Over_50\" >Foods To Eat Over 50<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Calcium-Rich_Foods\" >Calcium-Rich Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Protein\" >Protein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Foods_Rich_In_Vitamin_B12\" >Foods Rich In Vitamin B12<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Foods_Rich_In_Omega_3\" >Foods Rich In Omega 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Fruits_And_Vegetables\" >Fruits And Vegetables<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#What_Weight_Loss_Workout_Is_Best_For_People_Over_50\" >What Weight Loss Workout Is Best For People Over 50?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Cardio\" >Cardio<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Other_Weight_Loss_Tips_For_People_Over_50\" >Other Weight Loss Tips For People Over 50<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Get_More_Sleep\" >Get More Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Drink_Alcohol_In_Moderation\" >Drink Alcohol In Moderation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Manage_Your_Stress_Levels\" >Manage Your Stress Levels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-over-50\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is not easy to lose weight once you are over 50. There are many challenges that come with the territory, and it can feel like an uphill battle at times.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s important to understand what these challenges are so you can know how to overcome them. Once you know this, you can pursue your weight-loss goals without feeling overwhelmed or discouraged by seemingly insurmountable obstacles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we&#8217;ll cover some of the most common problems people face when they&#8217;re trying to lose weight after age 50 &#8211; things like hormonal changes, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-grapes-good-for-weight-loss\/\">low metabolism<\/a>, loss of lean muscle mass &#8211; as well as strategies for overcoming them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Weight_Loss_Over_50_So_Hard\"><\/span><strong>Why Is Weight Loss Over 50 So Hard?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight after age 50 really is more challenging than before. The reasons for this are a mix of lifestyle and physiological factors, that in combination make dropping a few pounds harder. Here are 5 reasons why you may be struggling to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-day-fruit-diet-weight-loss\/\">shed weight<\/a> at this age.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Loss_Of_Muscle_Mass\"><\/span><strong>Loss Of Muscle Mass<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle is a great tool when it comes to weight loss. Not only does muscle burn more calories than fat, but the more muscle you have, the faster your metabolism is (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3661116\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Unfortunately, as we age we naturally lose muscle over time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2804956\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When you have less muscle you&#8217;re likely burning fewer calories per day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31955 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"weight loss over 50\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Slower_Metabolism\"><\/span><strong>Slower Metabolism<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s more to the weight loss equation than burning calories. Calories in and out need to be balanced. As you get older, the body tends to be less efficient at processing food which means you probably need less energy to meet your daily energy needs. If you don&#8217;t reduce your calorie intake to match your slower metabolism, you&#8217;ll gain weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormonal_Changes\"><\/span><strong>Hormonal Changes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When women go through menopause and their hormones change, they typically suffer a loss of muscle mass, gain of fat, and an overall drop in metabolic rate (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/12\/1\/202\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Men experience similar changes to their testosterone levels which have a negative impact on muscle mass, body fat, and metabolism (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/3901552\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Less_Active_Lifestyle\"><\/span><strong>Less Active Lifestyle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being physically inactive is a big part of why it&#8217;s so hard to lose weight after 50 years old. At this age, you&#8217;re naturally less active than when you were younger. The more inactive you are, the fewer calories your body burns. Inactivity at this age may be due to mobility issues, pain management, or just being less enthusiastic about <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-pilates-good-for-weight-loss\/\">exercise<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Poor_Sleep\"><\/span><strong>Poor Sleep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recent research has shown that sleeping poorly is an excellent predictor of weight gain in adults over 50 years old (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/sleep\/article\/31\/4\/517\/2454182\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When you sleep better, you&#8217;re able to be more physically active and have a lower appetite leading to better calorie burn rates. This affects your weight in two ways.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, when you sleep poorly, your body will want to conserve energy which means you burn fewer calories. Second, in order to stay awake when you&#8217;re tired, you&#8217;ll eat more in an attempt to increase energy levels. Sleep issues can be caused by many different things including health conditions like sleep apnea and depression along with medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-plans-for-men\/\">Weight Loss Plans For Men: 10 Healthy, Sustainable Diets To Choose From<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31930 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/10-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"weight loss over 50\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/10-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/10-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/10-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/10-1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/10-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Foods_To_Eliminate_Over_50_For_Rapid_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>What Foods To Eliminate Over 50 For Rapid Weight Loss?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you age beyond 50, your body starts slowing down and so does your metabolism. This can be a disaster for weight loss targets as the pounds continue to stack up without proper dieting. By eliminating a few things from your diet, you will help maintain a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/7-day-vegetable-soup-diet-recipe-weight-loss\/\">healthy weight<\/a> and even contribute to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-fiber-foods-for-weight-loss\/\">muscle gain<\/a> if desired.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Refined_Sugars_And_Sweeteners\"><\/span><strong>Refined Sugars And Sweeteners<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, food with refined sugars and sweeteners should be limited as they can negatively affect your weight and your health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5133084\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sodas and fruit juices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cakes, pies, ice creams and pastries\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candy bars and chocolate\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ice cream\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pasta and bread with white flour<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to refined sugars and sweeteners, colorings and chemicals may also <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-day-juice-detox\/\">be best avoided<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Certain_Starches\"><\/span><strong>Certain Starches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refined grain products tend to be high in calories but provide few nutrients and little to no fiber, so they don\u2019t make you feel full for very long and are easy to overeat. It\u2019s better to get your carbohydrates from whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes. Some examples of refined starches to limit are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White pasta<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White rice\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refined wheat and corn products (breads etc)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31996 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"weight loss over 50\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/4-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Processed_And_Fried_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Processed And Fried Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, highly processed foods and fried foods should be avoided. By avoiding these kinds of food, healthy eating can be maintained without much effort. Processed foods are often high in sugar, salt, saturated fat, and calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nutritionj.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12937-020-00604-1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They also contain fillers, chemicals, flavorings, and preservatives. Foods that involve frying can be high in fat and grease. Instead of eating fried foods, baked or grilled foods should be consumed as an alternative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_To_Eat_Over_50\"><\/span><strong>Foods To Eat Over 50<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One noticeable side effect of aging is how your body reacts to the food you eat. After the age of 50, the levels of ghrelin and leptin fluctuate, making you hungrier and less full when you <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/30-day-liquid-diet-weight-loss-plan\/\">diet<\/a>. With that said, here are some foods that should be prioritized at this age.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calcium-Rich_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Calcium-Rich Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calcium is an essential nutrient for your body. It helps keep your bones healthy and strong, prevents bone diseases like osteoporosis, reduces the risk of some types of kidney stones, among many other benefits (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/11\/7\/1606\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Milk and cheese are great sources of calcium with one cup containing around 284 mg-920 mg depending on the type of milk or cheese you choose to have. Other foods rich in calcium are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sardines<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabbage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mozzarella cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37108 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Frame-5092-1024x576.png\" alt=\"weight loss over 50\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Frame-5092-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Frame-5092-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Frame-5092-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Frame-5092.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protein\"><\/span><strong>Protein<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein plays a role in the growth and development of cells, tissues, organs and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/5-day-meal-plan\/\">muscles<\/a>. Protein also helps to build strong bones, muscles, cartilage, skin and blood. It also helps prevent muscle loss with aging (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/advances\/article\/9\/5\/651\/5060541\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean meat like beef is an excellent source of protein followed by pork tenderloin, salmon, tuna steak and turkey breast. Other foods rich in protein are\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beans (kidney beans, pinto beans)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peas (split peas)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa (whole grain)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tofu or tempeh (soy products)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_Rich_In_Vitamin_B12\"><\/span><strong>Foods Rich In Vitamin B12<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin for the human body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It helps to maintain healthy blood cells, protects nerve cells from damage that can lead to demyelinating diseases like Guillain-Barr\u00e9 syndrome or autoimmune diseases like pernicious anemia, and maintains good mental health among other benefits. One of the best sources of vitamin B12 are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beef liver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halibut<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salmon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheese (cottage cheese)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortified cereal<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33241 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4640-1024x576.png\" alt=\"weightloss over 50\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4640-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4640-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4640-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4640.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_Rich_In_Omega_3\"><\/span><strong>Foods Rich In Omega 3<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omega 3 is one type of polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA). These types of fats have been proven to have positive effects on the body. A study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that people with higher levels of omega 3 were less likely to develop depression even when they are faced with stressful events. These types of fats can also lower your chances of heart disease, reduce triglyceride levels and blood pressure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Omega3FattyAcids-HealthProfessional\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods rich in Omega 3 include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salmon (wild-caught)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flaxseeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chia seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tuna (bluefin or albacore)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sardines<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anchovies\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocados (guacamole)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olive oil\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walnuts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/2-day-split-workout-plan\/\">2-Day Split Workout For Building Muscle And Weight Loss<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits_And_Vegetables\"><\/span><strong>Fruits And Vegetables<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. These nutrients help support healthy aging. They also reduce the risk of heart disease by reducing cholesterol levels, blood pressure and blood sugar levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahajournals.org\/doi\/10.1161\/CIRCULATIONAHA.120.048996\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some fruits and vegetables that have high concentrations of antioxidants are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raspberries\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blueberries\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cranberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apricots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhubarbs\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plums<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artichokes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asparagus\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beets\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brussels sprouts\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green peas <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kale<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32084 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4616-1024x576.png\" alt=\"weightloss over 50\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4616-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4616-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4616-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4616-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4616.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Weight_Loss_Workout_Is_Best_For_People_Over_50\"><\/span><strong>What Weight Loss Workout Is Best For People Over 50?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise can help reduce this loss of muscle mass by stimulating the production of new cells that maintain and build up muscles (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/acsm-msse\/Fulltext\/2008\/07000\/Exercise_Attenuates_the_Weight_Loss_Induced.3.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Strength training in particular helps by increasing the amount of lean muscle mass on a person&#8217;s frame, which can increase their BMR.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to this, strength training also increases the rate at which our body burns calories while we are not exercising or sleeping and boosts insulin sensitivity so sugar is more easily stored as energy. Increased insulin sensitivity means less fat storage and therefore weight loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strength workouts should be done 2-3 times per week with a day of rest between workouts. What type of workout should you do? You can either do full body workouts or work out each group (legs, arms, abdomen) separately 2 times per week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cardio\"><\/span><strong>Cardio<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People over 50 should also add cardio workouts into their routine. Cardiovascular exercise helps improve heart health by strengthening the heart muscle and reversing any negative effects of inactivity on blood pressure levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fcvm.2018.00135\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It can also help reduce joint pain and stiffness by increasing joint flexibility. Doing 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercises at least 5 times per week is recommended for people over 50 if they want to lose weight. Some good choices of cardio workouts include: running, walking, biking and swimming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe will keep you laser-focused on your weight loss journey! Nutrient-packed meal plans, fat-blasting workouts, galvanizing challenges, and much more. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\">Try using the app and see<\/a> for yourself!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32158 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4424-1024x576.png\" alt=\"weightloss over 50\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4424-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4424-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4424-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4424.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Weight_Loss_Tips_For_People_Over_50\"><\/span><strong>Other Weight Loss Tips For People Over 50<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from choosing the right foods and doing exercises that increase lean muscle mass, there are also other tips for losing weight over the age of 50.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_More_Sleep\"><\/span><strong>Get More Sleep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep loss causes changes in the production of hormones that regulate appetite and metabolism, which can lead to weight gain or difficulty in losing weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/aje\/article\/164\/10\/947\/162270\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drink_Alcohol_In_Moderation\"><\/span><strong>Drink Alcohol In Moderation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking alcohol has been found to be associated with belly fat accumulation and insulin resistance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1038\/oby.2007.210\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, drinking 1 glass per day of red wine can have health benefits. Moderate alcohol consumption has been found to increase levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) which is known as the &#8220;good&#8221; cholesterol (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ajph.aphapublications.org\/doi\/pdf\/10.2105\/AJPH.83.6.811\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0If you don\u2019t currently drink alcohol, don\u2019t start, but if you do, try to keep it to 1 drink per day or less.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manage_Your_Stress_Levels\"><\/span><strong>Manage Your Stress Levels<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress can have negative effects on your health. When stress levels are high, the body releases cortisol which causes weight gain especially around the waistline (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1002\/oby.21790\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It is important to manage stress levels by exercising, meditating or doing other relaxing activities that calm the mind and the body. Having a good support system will also help ease anxiety and stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight over 50 is hard. It requires determination to maintain a healthy lifestyle and work your way towards achieving your weight loss goals. The tips provided in this article should give you the tools to get started on losing that extra weight and keep it off.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1453&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_Over_50\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. 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Once you know this, you can pursue your weight-loss goals without feeling overwhelmed or discouraged by seemingly insurmountable obstacles.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we'll cover some of the most common problems people face when they're trying to lose weight after age 50 - things like hormonal changes, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-grapes-good-for-weight-loss\/\">low metabolism<\/a>, loss of lean muscle mass - as well as strategies for overcoming them.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Why Is Weight Loss Over 50 So Hard?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight after age 50 really is more challenging than before. The reasons for this are a mix of lifestyle and physiological factors, that in combination make dropping a few pounds harder. 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