NATURAL FOODS RANK HIGH FOR OLDER PERSONS

The Food Guide Pyramid for older adults has been updated to include many NATURAL elements…

60 or Over – Eat Natural Healthy Foods

Whole, enriched and fortified grains and cereals such as brown rice and 100 percent whole wheat bread. Bright-colored vegetables such as carrots and broccoli. Deep-colored fruit such as berries and melon. Low- and non-fat dairy products such as yogurt and low-lactose milk. Dry beans and nuts, fish, poultry, lean meat and eggs. Liquid vegetable oils and soft spreads low in saturated and trans fat.

Another Natural Solution — Exercize

Add go that physical activity such as walking, housework and yard work.

The Modified MyPyramid for Older Adults still emphasizes nutrient-dense foods and the importance of fluid balance but now provides more guidance about the types of foods that best meet the unique needs of older adults and places added emphasis on physical activity.

Adults over the age of 70 have unique dietary needs.

Older adults tend to need fewer calories as they age, because they are not as physically active as they once were, and their metabolic rates slow down.

Nevertheless, their bodies still require the same or higher levels of nutrients for optimal health outcomes. The Modified MyPyramid for Older Adults is intended to be used for general guidance in print form or as a supplement to the MyPyramid computer-based program..

Regular physical activity is linked to reduced risk of chronic disease and lower body weights. Government statistics indicate that obesity in adults 70 years and older has been increasing, [and] physical activity is one way to avoid weight gain in later years and its adverse consequences. In addition, regular physical activity can improve quality of life for older adults.

NATURAL HELP

We recommendVizu-Plus for seniors.