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Typically metabolism slows after 50, but if you do mini-workouts all day it will help keep your metabolism up (eg: set of squats after using the bathroom ± 30 secs or arm exercises while waiting for microwave). If you search "Mini-Workouts" on Amazon or Google, you'll find links to articles and some books w/ great ideas.…
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A 'normal' but reduced calorie intake will not have much, if any, effect on metabolism, but SEVERE calorie restriction CAN lower metabolism and it can cause other problems, including fatigue and eventually weakened bones. Depending on your build, age, etc., it's recommended you not go below 1200-ish per day.…