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Calories that count

Question:

I’ve read that it’s advisable to regularly put on a little weight as we move into older age. I’ve been about 54-55kg for many years but have slipped to 53kg this year. Increasing the size of all my meals has made no difference. I’m 67, fit and active, with no health concerns, and pescatarian (with low fat, sugar and salt).

Answer:

ot all weight loss is desirable or intentional – a fact often overlooked in a society that praises the pursuit of thinness. Indeed, weight.

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