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The Book of Lost Energy

While you can get supplementations to get adequate amounts of these nutrients, it

is important that you get your nutrients from whole food sources. These include
nuts, seeds, whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables. Avoid highly processed

foods as much as possible because processing strips down food of important

natural nutrients.

Strengthen Your Bones with Exercise

Aside from observing a healthy diet, physical activities are also important to
maintain strong bones. While exercise can strengthen the muscles, it can also put

stress on your bones thus stimulating them to grow and rebuild themselves.

Exercises that are great in strengthening the bones are those that usually involve

using weights. While using weights can be challenging for you, you can use your

own body weight to strengthen your bones. Examples of exercises that you can do
include push-ups and knee bends.

And since osteoporosis is quite common among people at age 60 and beyond,

breaking a bone can be possible thus it is important to avoid doing high-impact
exercises such as dancing and jumping. You can consult your doctor if low-impact

exercises are good for you. Examples of low-impact exercises that you can do

include yoga, pool aerobics, and stretching exercises.

When exercising, it is crucial that you develop a routine that focuses on the entire
body and not only on one part of the body. So, when developing an exercise routine,

make sure that all major muscle groups are covered. It is also important to start

your exercise routine slowly. Your body is not the same as it used to be, so start

slowly to prevent injuries from happening.

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