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How to Maintain Your Weight as You Age. Fend off unhealthy weight gain as you age by maintaining
healthy habits. You will need Fruits and vegetables Exercise Lean meats, nuts, and vegetables
and enjoyable physical activities (optional). Step 1. Take in fewer calories by eating more
fruits and vegetables and fewer foods with lots of saturated fats. Step 2. Eat lean meats,
nuts, and healthy oils. Stay away from high-fat dairy, meats, and snacks. Step 3. Consume
only as much as you need each day and only when you are hungry. Examine your eating habits:
Eating to soothe your feelings, for example, can lead to overeating and weight gain. Step
4. Start walking, running, or dancing for at least 30 minutes every day to burn fat
and boost your metabolism. Find activity you enjoy, like yoga, belly dancing, or hula hooping,
so you’ll want to do it every day. Mix and match your activities for the week. Step 5.
Do strength training to increase your fat-to-muscle ratio and raise your metabolism. Did you know
Did you know? Being overweight increases your risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol,
and diabetes.