Sunday Sweetness - Let's Talk Supplements
Let's face it - we're older We have had a "few" (okay, maybe more than a few) birthdays. Not a bad thing if we're mindful of our health but, what if we haven't been and now there's some work to do? I know it can seem overwhelming but if we start with some basic, affordable supplements, metabolic improvements are quickly achievable. Here are a few that I use and I know the addition of these supplements makes a huge difference in my overall health: 1. Protein: Not a supplement but definitely a necessity. The natural process of aging results in a muscle wasting called sarcopenia. After the age of 40 we begin to lose eight to 10 percent of our muscle mass per decade. If we're not intentional about making sure we get at least one gram of protein per pound of body weight in addition to regular strength training, not only do we lose muscle mass but bones become porous. Many get to their 70's and 80's (some even earlier) and lear...