Eat Healthily, Age Gracefully

We all know the saying, “40 is the new 20”, right? But what if you’re already turning 60? Well, thanks to advances in medicine and an overall increase in health awareness, we have a new saying for you: 60 is the new 40!

By adopting an active lifestyle and paying close attention to our diets, this new chapter in our lives may prove to be the best one yet.

Think about it: staying active and eating right can make a huge difference. It’s all about making smart choices that keep those pesky physical ailments at bay and help you maintain a high quality of life. Whether it's taking up a new hobby that gets you moving, like dancing or gardening, or simply making a few tweaks to your daily meals, this new chapter in our lives may prove to be the best one yet.

Noticing some unwanted weight starting to sneak in even though your eating habits haven’t changed? There’s a simple explanation for that. As our age quickly becomes above 31 our metabolism slows down because our bodies don’t require as much energy as they used to—especially if we don’t get to move as much.

While you’re trying to find the right workout for you, here are some tweaks that you can do to your diet to make sure that you eat right too.

• Opt for lean meats like poultry or lean beef steak and skip the cream sauces.
• Use milk or pureed vegetables as sauce bases. 
• Cook healthier by grilling, steaming, or stewing your food.
• Avoid sugary and alcoholic drinks that are high in calories.

If you want to shed some weight, aim to consume fewer calories than you burn. A nutrition plan can be a great support, providing inspiration for your meals.

Surprised? You thought we were gonna say calcium, didn’t you? While calcium is still the king of bone health, Vitamin D plays a huge role in it. Vitamin D helps absorb calcium more efficiently so that each bite of calcium-rich food goes straight to strengthening your bones and keeping them in tip-top shape.

Ideally, we should be aiming for about 1,200-1,500 mg of calcium daily. That’s easy! We can easily get this with dairy products such as cheese, yogurt, and milk. You can even get it from calcium-packed veggies like broccoli, spinach, and cabbage to double up on the healthiness. As for Vitamin D, you can start off by having two fish meals per week. Fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, or sardines are some of the best sources of this essential vitamin .

Remember to exercise outdoors too. Sunlight exposure helps your body produce even more Vitamin D.

So, let's celebrate this stage of life! Enjoy the wisdom that comes with age, keep your body moving, and savor nutritious foods that fuel your vitality. With the right approach, you can continue to thrive, stay healthy, and make the most out of every single day. Here’s to living your best life at 60 and beyond!