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Oct 20, 2025

5 min

Does BMR fall with age? The truth about metabolism and getting older

According to a study published in *Science*, your basal metabolic rate (BMR) does not significantly slow down between the ages of 20 and 60, but begins a gradual decline after 60. This challenges the long-held belief that metabolism falls off a cliff during middle age and provides important new insights into how and why **BMR falls with age**.

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Oct 20, 2025

4 min

Why do older people have lower BMR?

According to research published in the journal *Science*, basal metabolic rate (BMR) starts to decrease after age 60, by about 0.7% each year. Understanding **why do older people have lower BMR** is crucial for managing weight and maintaining overall health as you age.

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