As I find myself heading towards my "senior" years, I have become even more conscious of the need to take care of what we put into our bodies. To my young, carefree, followers, you too could benefit from these tips and grow old healthily and gracefully! It’s an unfortunate fact that the older you are, the more likely you are to develop a chronic ailment. Cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis and various other nasties are all common. Low-salt, nutrient-rich diets are essential for your continued good health at this time. Memory loss and depression become problems as we age, so try to boost your intake of foods containing omega 3 and 6, such as seafood and nuts. Avoiding isolation and continuing to exercise are also important to guard against these problems. You need to protect your bowel health by eating yoghurt regularly and maintaining a high-fibre diet. Ideal foods for you Blueberries: Along with other berries, this antioxidant-packed fruit is great for circulation and healthy brain function. Fish: Omega 3 helps maintain healthy brain cell activity and helps you to manage your triglycerides, which are a risk factor for heart disease if your levels climb too high. Macadamia nuts: Excellent for managing high cholesterol. Spinach: One of the highest sources of lutein, an antioxidant with the added benefit of helping stave off macular degeneration (a leading cause of visual impairment). Cheese: Dairy foods are packed with nutrients and are great for your bones.
Posted on: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 07:31:34 +0000
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