5 Nutrients to Keep You Aging Gracefully

“Appetite changes may happen as physical activity starts to decrease, metabolism changes or bone and muscle mass are lost with age. Yet, while your energy needs may decrease, your nutrient needs actually increase,” says Melissa Keeney, registered dietitian at St. Vincent’s Medical Center.

So what nutrients should you add to your diet? Keeney has the answer.

These 5 nutrients support healthy aging.

Keeney suggests prioritizing these nutrients as you get older:

1. Calcium. As you age, your bones become more brittle. This makes them easier to break, but calcium can help. Find it in foods like milk, yogurt and cheese.
2. Vitamin B12. This helps produce blood and nerve cells. Add it to the menu with foods like meat, fish, eggs and dairy.
3. Probiotics. These healthy bacteria comes from fermented foods such as yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh or supplements. They help with gut health and digestive issues.

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