As you get older, losing weight usually means you lose muscle mass, which can reduce strength and mobility. A slightly higher weight is healthy as you get older, so focussing on the quality of your diet is more important than focussing on the scales. If you’re worried about your weight, speak to your doctor or an Accredited Practising Dietitian.
You should speak to your doctor. They will review:
- your recent medical history,
- any new signs and symptoms,
- any recent changes in your personal life,
- medications.
You may be referred to an Accredited Practising Dietitian who can help you with a high protein high energy diet to stop further weight loss.
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There are many plant-based foods that are good sources of protein, including:
- Legumes such as lentils, beans, peas and chickpeas
- Nuts and seeds
- Peanut butter
- Soy products like tofu, tempeh and soy milk
- Grains such as oats and barley
If you choose to consume them, eggs and dairy are also rich in protein.
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 cup natural muesli
- 4 tbs almond meal
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yoghurt
- Heat berries in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute. Use the back of a fork to mash the berries and release the juices. Set aside.
- Combine the muesli and almond meal.
- Add one quarter of the muesli mixture to the bottom of a serving glass, followed by one quarter of the yoghurt and one quarter of the berry mixture. Repeat.
- Repeat step three in a separate serving glass. Serve immediately.
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