Parents Above 50 Nutrition Guide

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NUTRITION FOR PARENTS ABOVE 50 Wellness Reference  Educational Use Eat well to protect muscles, bones, heart and brain. Page 1 Foods to Focus On for Parents Above 50 What to eat, what to avoid, how to include it and how it helps After 50, the aim is to protect muscle, bones, heart, brain and digestion. That means enough protein, calcium, vitamin D and B12, plenty of fibre and fluids, and less salt, sugar and fried food. This guide lists the foods to focus on with simple Indian ways to include them, what to limit, a sample day and tips for common challenges. 1. What the Body Needs After 50 Key nutrition priorities Why this matters: Needs change with age. Metabolism slows, muscle and bone decline faster and absorption of some nutrients drops. NEED WHY IT MATTERS HOW IT HELPS Protein Muscle loss speeds up with age, so protein at every meal matters. Helps keep strength, balance and independence. Calcium and vitamin D Bone density falls with age, especially after menopause in women. Lowers the risk of weak bones and fractures. Vitamin B12 Absorption often drops with age, and it is lower in vegetarian diets. Supports nerves, blood and memory. Get levels checked. Fibre and fluids Digestion slows and constipation is more common. Supports gut health, blood sugar and cholesterol. Potassium, with less salt Blood pressure tends to rise with age. Helps the heart and blood pressure. Healthy fats (omega-3) Heart and brain health become more important. Supports heart, brain and joints. Antioxidant-rich colourful foods Support eyes, brain and immunity. Help protect cells and eyesight. 2. Foods to Focus On What to eat, how to include it and how it helps Why this matters: Whole, simple, traditional foods cover most needs.…