Adulthood Flashcards
when do the peak bone mass and maximum height is achieved?
early 30’s
when does bone density start to decrease?
3rd decade
When do max strength, endurance and agility is achieved?
5 years after max ht (mid 30’s)
when does muscle mass stop increasing?
3rd decade
when does gradual catabolism start?
after 30
What adjustments need to be done to the diet due to the decrease of muscle mass?
decrease kcal consumption due to lower BMR
until what age the weight continues to increase?
70
what can prevent bone and muscle loss?
exercise
an increase in waistline is associated with which health risks?
diabetes, HTN and CVD
which btw men and women are at higher risk for obesity?
women because of higher fat mass
Why the rate of obese women is lower than men?
bc of hormone = fat stored in hips
what are the benefits of F&V?
the decrease in breast CA and B-carotene/vit C = decreased in all CAs
what are the consequences of aging on organs?
organs shrink = decreased metabolic activity + increased toxicity
decreased cardiac index (output)
decreased # GI tract cells = decreased absorption
what can lead to successful aging?
diseases hx and lifestyle
nutritional habits, regualr PA + good BP control
