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Food and Nutrition
Foods to be taken
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Consume fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains, to strengthen your immune system like carrots, apples, beans, soy, yams, potatoes, seaweed etc.
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Calcium-rich foods such as low-fat dairy products (like milk, Low fat yogurt, Cheese, Soy milk), spinach, almonds and fish can help women maintain proper bone strength.
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Whole grain breads, pastas and pastries are more nutritious than their refined white counterparts.
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Drink eight glasses of water every day to stay hydrated.
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Certain foods -that are high in plant estrogen- have been shown to impact a postmenopausal body positively. These include: Soy, Whole grains, Fruits, Legumes, Nuts, Potatoes and yams.
Foods to be avoided
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Avoid or minimize consumption of whole fat dairy products like butter and whole milk.
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Junk Food
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Use sugar and salt in moderation
Yoga and Exercise
Physical activity is important for weight loss and maintenance at any age.
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Do cardio activities at least 30 minutes a day, five days a week. Also do strength-training exercises like weightlifting, step-ups and assisted push ups twice a week.
- Aerobic activities consisting of walking, jogging, etc can be done.
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Trikonasana (triangle pose) watch video
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Bhujangasana (the snake) watch video
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Ardha matsyendra mudra (half spinal twist) watch video