Moderate, gradual weight loss (1-2 kg per month) is more beneficial and safer.
Trying to lose weight in middle age can lead to an increase in life expectancy, especially if the weight is lost in a healthy way.
Losing weight reduces the risk of high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. These diseases are the main causes of shortened life expectancy.
In addition, losing weight reduces inflammation in the body, which slows down the aging process. A better metabolic system is associated with longevity.
In addition, losing weight in middle age improves sugar control and cholesterol. However, keep in mind that if you try to lose weight by eating very little or by following an unhealthy diet, it can be harmful, which can lead to weak muscles, weak bones, and a weakened immune system.
Moderate, gradual weight loss (1-2 kg per month) is more beneficial and safer. According to a 2022 study, middle-aged people who made a healthy effort to lose weight found evidence that life expectancy increased by 3-5 years.
