While the principals of healthy eating remain constant over a lifetime, here are the top nutritional “to do”s” for each decade:
20’s: Build a strong foundation: Set the stage for your future wellness. Focus on eating a well-balanced, nutrient-dense diet rich in:
• Colorful veggies and fruit
• Lean protein
• Healthy fats
• Whole grains
30’s: Support skin and bone health: Bone density and collagen begin to decline as early as our 30’s. Work on adding the following dietary nutrients:
• Collagen
• Vitamins C, D, K
• Calcium
• Magnesium
40’s: Maintain a healthy weight: Hormonal changes can slow metabolism. Work on making these dietary changes:
• Avoid refined carbohydrates, sugar.
• Cut down on wine (sugar on steroids)
50’s, 60’s and Beyond: Youthful Aging: Aging brings about new challenges. The focus is decreasing inflammation, maintaining muscle mass and being heart healthy. Work on:
• Prioritizing protein to preserve muscle mass
• Increasing fiber to decrease cholesterol
• Increasing Omega-3’s to lower inflammation
