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The Book of Lost Energy

Consume More Complex Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates often have a bad reputation among the elderly. It is important to

take note that not all carbs are bad. In fact, carbs are an important part of the diet.
Carbs are converted by the body into glucose that provides energy for the body to

use. However, make sure that you consume complex carbs in the form of starchy

foods like brown pasta, potatoes, and whole grain bread. Avoid simple carbs like

refined sugar and white flour as they give you quick bursts of energy and often
leads to weight gain.

At the age of 60, you need to be careful when it comes to eating simple carbs as it

can result in the spike in your blood sugar level. This is especially true if you are

suffering or at risk of developing diabetes. This is the reason why it is so important
to opt for complex carbs instead of simple carbs.

Drink Vegetable Juice

Drinking vegetable juice can give your body the nutrients and minerals that it

needs to sustain its physiological functions. The best thing about drinking

vegetable juice is that since it is devoid of any fiber, the body can easily digest and
assimilate the nutrients altogether. And since less work is needed by your digestive

system to digest and absorb nutrients, you will immediately notice an increase in

energy after drinking vegetable juice.

Another benefit of drinking vegetable juice is that it helps remove the toxins from

the body while feeding your cells. Make sure that you make a fresh batch of

vegetable juice daily. Avoid buying store-bought vegetable juices as they contain

not only high amounts of sugar but also preservatives. Moreover, it is also better if

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