
62. You Might Experience Weight Gain
As you age, your metabolism slows down, meaning that you cannot burn calories as quickly as you did when you were younger. You could probably blow right through a fast food meal when you were a kid and not feel anything the next day. When you hit 40, especially in the decades beyond, you need to take weight management very seriously. Make sure that you exercise regularly and fill your plate with fruits and vegetables instead of meat and carbs. Being overweight or obese sets you up for a host of chronic health problems.