Friday, 4 May 2012

Seniors need their nutrients Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Everyone should eat a healthy, balanced and nutrient-rich diet, especially seniors, who have special nutritional needs.

 

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says these nutrients are especially important as we get older:

 

* Vitamin D and calcium, through fortified foods, low-fat dairy products, leafy green vegetables and fish.

 

* Vitamin B12, through fish, seafood, lean meats and vitamin B12-fortified cereals.

 

* Fiber, through fruits,

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