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I have read that, sadly, yes it does. It's something that can be partially prevented with regular aerobic exercise, weight training and a good healthy diet.
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How much does age affect our metabolism?
Yes as you age your metabolism begins to slow down and you gain weight more easily. Your metabolism is affected by your age, body size, gender, and composition. As you age your body loses muscle and gains fat which slows down your body's ability to burn calories.
Why does metabolism slow down as you get older?
Just like if you sit around and play with a rubber band for 70+ years, it will eventually wear out and start to break down. The same happens in your body when you age. Everything is working 24/7 every year of your life so it will start to slow down. Also, the elderly are usually less active than when they were younger, I don't know EXACTLY how, but you always hear that "the more active you are, the faster your metabolism is". Hope that helps :-)
Does age affect athletic ability?
yes because bones start to get old and slow down
Why are the elderly obese even if they eat very little?
It may be that their metabolism has slowed, either with age or has always been slow, or, ironically enough, by not eating enough calories, which can also slow down your metabolism. Everyone's metabolism is so individual so the only real way to answer questions like this is to have your RMR (Resting Metabolic Rate) tested.
At what age does sperm production slow?
Ity will slow down after the age of fifty years.
Why do you gain weight as you get to middle age?
Your metabolism slows down
Why does your metabolism slow with old age?
With time the body wears out, and everything the body does becomes less efficient and therefore slower.
Is a German sheperd a fast or slow dog?
Fast when young but with age they do slow down.
Does a bears reaction time slow with age?
yes it does. like dogs they are rea;;y playful when younger onnce they get older they start to calm down.
What age does middle age start?
Either in 5th or 6th sometimes 7th
Why do reflexes slow down as you age?
your body and bones and joints ware out
What age do you start therapy if you have down syndrome?
You can start therapy at any age if you have DS
