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I’ve seen articles that imply that vitamin and mineral supplements are not beneficial. What are the facts?
By dotFIT experts
on July 20, 2009
First, multiple vitamin and mineral (MVM) supplementation is just that: a supplement to your best possible food diet. Second, MVM supplementation was designed to cure nutritional deficiency disease
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How does an older woman with a very low metabolism rate lose weight?
By dotFIT experts
on March 24, 2009
Metabolism is the rate at which the body uses energy to support all basic functions essential to sustain life, plus all energy requirements for additional activity and digestive processes. There are three components to energy expenditure
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Why does my age change my body fat reading using Skyndex calipers?
By dotFIT experts
on March 24, 2009
The different settings on the Skyndex caliper dial are meant to account for the different types of body fat distribution between men and women as well as the changes that occur with aging.
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Are there any vitamins that could improve my vision or protect me from further vision loss?
By dotFIT experts
on December 31, 2008
Epidemiological studies offer some evidence that an increased intake of lutein and zeaxanthin within the diet is linked with a lowered risk for age-related macular degeneration.
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Is it more difficult to lose weight when one has less to lose and is over 50 years old?
Maybe, but probably due more to lifestyle than physiology. No matter your age, the mechanics of weight loss are the same for everyone--eat less and move more. Make sure you’re eating fewer calories than you burn.
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What are the best types of exercise to increase HDL levels?
By dotFIT experts
on January 05, 2009
The good news is that any type of exercise will help improve your HDL level, especially if it leads to weight loss. Try to add or increase the amount of weekly time spent doing both aerobic and resistance training.
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Does metabolism slow with age?
By dotFIT experts
on December 31, 2008
Practically speaking, yes, but not to the degree many people believe and certainly not enough to keep anyone from losing weight. Data reveals that for every decade after age 25, your resting metabolic rate (the amount of calories you burn while sitting quietly--RMR) slows down approximately 2%.
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As a person ages, do they burn more calories doing the same thing as a younger person?
By dotFIT experts
on January 05, 2009
The opposite is generally true: most people tend to burn slightly fewer calories as they age, not more. Total daily calorie burn is determined to a large degree by physical activity (especially if one is really active), but weight is a big contributor as well.
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At what age does a person quit gaining muscle mass?
By dotFIT experts
on January 05, 2009
Whether anyone gains muscle depends upon several factors, including total caloric intake (you must have a surplus of nutrients to build muscle), type and amount of activity/exercise and appropriate rest.
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I am menopausal and wondering if I should take a vitamin containing iron since I do not have a menstrual cycle anymore.
By dotFIT experts
on March 08, 2009
The only way you will know for sure how much iron you’re getting and how much you need is to have your iron levels checked through the proper blood tests (see below for more on tests).
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Am I just too old to lose weight easily? I am 55 years old and female.
By dotFIT experts
on March 19, 2009
The simple answer is no. The laws of physics never ignore you, regardless of your age. If you eat fewer calories than you burn, you will lose weight.
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How can you get rid of a double chin?
If you have the true “double chin” it generally means you are carrying excess fat under the chin near the throat area. The fat tends to sag
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Are any supplements bad for your health?
Based on individual physiology, (we are all slightly different), most anything could be bad for one’s health, including shellfish, nuts, certain fruits, etc., among those with allergic
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What vitamins should a woman over 50 be taking?
When over 50, age is more important than gender when looking for the right daily multivitamin mineral formula (MVM). As we age,
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What are the benefits and risks of the supplement microlactin?
Microlactin has become a common ingredient in products advertised for the relief of joint pain. Microlactin contains milk
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Why is calcium so important to older women?
Proper calcium intake is important to everyone throughout life because calcium is critical to the health and longevity of our bones. Older women
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Are there supplements that can be used to support joint health?
There are plenty of supplements claiming joint support but few live up to the exciting claims. There is enough supporting evidence in some to
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Can DHEA slow aging in men?
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) may be able to temporarily slow some aspects of the aging process but that might not be a good idea
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How do I take vitamin K1?
Vitamin K1 can be taken orally by consuming a good multivitamin & mineral formula (MVM) that contains ~50-100mcgs of vitamin K (as phytonadione)
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Can vitamins and other supplements slow aging?
Vitamin and mineral supplements may not slow aging but may help you live better longer depending on your daily diet and other lifestyle choices,
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Which omega oil is best for concentration?
No specific omega oil has been called out specifically for “concentration” but evidence does exist showing that certain omega-3 fatty acids may
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Should seniors take a multivitamin with iron?
Yes, but not too much or not at all if advised by their doctor because of a specific condition where iron may be contraindicated.
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What are vitamin recommendations for men & women over 40?
Men and women up to age 50 would use formulas based on diet, activity and gender. After 50, for the majority of the population, the formula
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Should elderly people with low sodium drink less water and more salt?
If a blood or urine test administered by your physician has confirmed that you have low levels of sodium you have options. Depending on the severity they may recommend
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How do B-vitamins affect my brain as I age?
Vitamins B6 and B12 are both involved in systems that keep the amino acid’s derivative homocysteine in check. Elevated homocysteine levels are associated with higher risk of many
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What is the best vitamin for age 50 plus?
A formula should consider the requirements of older individuals in helping to combat potentially preventable diseases such as dementia, osteoporosis and heart disease.
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