As seniors get older it becomes even more important for them to maintain a healthy weight. But part of the aging process is the slow down of the metabolism, making it harder to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. Seniors that are overweight can struggle to lose weight because they can’t do a lot of strenuous exercise that can help burn calories. Medications can cause weight gain as a side effect, especially steroid medications, and that weight can be extremely difficult to lose.
Keep it Simple
The best thing that seniors can do to lose weight is keep their diets simple. Seniors don’t need to try every new fad diet or follow any kind of extreme eating plan to lose weight. A balanced diet that is mostly vegetables with a little bit of whole grains and some lean protein is best. Seniors can choose whatever foods they like that fall within this way of eating. Home care assistance for seniors makes it easier for seniors to eat healthy because a home care provider can help seniors plan and cook meals. With home care assistance seniors will have the support they need to change their diet to a healthy way of eating that will help them lose weight.
Move Everyday
Seniors need to move more. It’s ok if seniors can’t do strenuous workouts. Small amounts of movement that are consistently done every day can also help seniors lose weight. A simple walk around the block can help seniors lose weight if they do it every day. As seniors get more used to moving they will be able to walk longer distances, start weight training, and start exploring other types of movement. It’s very common for seniors to start with a daily walk and end up finding new types of exercise that they really enjoy.
Get More Sleep
Sleep is just as important for weight regulation as diet and exercise. Seniors that aren’t getting enough sleep are more likely to gain weight and more likely to eat high carb high calorie foods because they are depending on the sugar and carbs to keep them going when they’re tired. Seniors who aren’t getting enough sleep at night should try a 20 minute nap during the day to get more restful sleep.
Make Smart Snack Choices
With home care assistance seniors can enjoy a healthy diet, but they need to also make smart choices when it comes to snacks. Seniors may choose high calorie or sugar-filled snacks which can cause weight gain. Keeping healthy snacks in the house can make it easier for seniors to choose healthy snacks. Pre-cut vegetables, already washed and portioned fruit with yogurt, and other healthy snacks will give seniors the snack they want without packing on the extra pounds like some sugary or high-carb snacks can do.
For more information about how caregivers at La Jolla Nurses Homecare can help your aging parents stay in their own homes, call 858-454-9339. We are a home care agency providing quality and affordable Home Care Assistance in Pacific Beach, CA, and the surrounding communities.
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