by Midtown Nutrition | Jun 10, 2016 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
MENOPAUSE AND WEIGHT GAIN In menopause, and even before, hormone levels fall, specifically estrogen. This may make some women prone to weight gain, which often occurs around the abdominal area. Besides just being uncomfortable, the fat that builds under the abdominal...
by Midtown Nutrition | May 20, 2016 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
WEIGHT GAIN DURING MIDLIFE We often gain weight in our 40’s and 50’s due to metabolic and hormonal changes, and/or lack of physical exercise, and/or overeating, and/or stress. METABOLISM Our metabolism slows down about 10% each decade after our teen years....
by Midtown Nutrition | May 15, 2014 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
METABOLISM Your Metabolic Rate is how fast your body burns energy and will impact your ability to gain or lose weight. Here are some facts about metabolism: 1) Age- After the age of 30 one’s metabolism typically will start to slow down. This is partially due to the...
by Midtown Nutrition | Apr 4, 2014 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
GUIDE TO FREE OR LOW COST EXERCISE IN NYC You should do some type of aerobic activity for at least 150 minutes per week, spread out over at least 3 days, for at least 10 minutes at a time. There are many things you can do at no cost such as taking a brisk walk,...
by Midtown Nutrition | Jan 10, 2014 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
POST HOLIDAY DIET AND EXERCISE TIPS Happy New Year! Was one of your resolutions eating healthy and exercising? The key is to pick a few small, manageable steps. HOW CAN YOU LOSE WEIGHT SAFELY THIS YEAR? Here are a few tips: Eat vegetables first. Start meals with a...
