Wouldn’t it be nice to get set up in your youth with a set eating and nutrition plan and be able to carry that forward for your entire life? The reality is that you have different nutritional requirements at various stages of your life, so regular assessments can be helpful, as well as an understanding of what changes your body goes through as you age.
When you are young, fresh out of high school and college, you might think you are fully grown, but in actuality you are still building bone. That means you need to be concerned that you are getting enough calcium either from the foods you eat or with a supplement. Getting enough folic acid is another thing to focus on, and that continues into your 30s, at which time you should also be sure you are getting enough protein to keep your muscle mass from declining.
As you approach and progress through your 40s, you’ll want to consider what nutrition you need to slow down aging and protect your heart. Antioxidants are an important supplement to consider, as well as getting what you can from foods rich in vitamins E, A, and C, such as sweet potatoes, red peppers, carrots, nuts, and berries. The 50s bring the need to increase omega-3 fatty acids and consume more fiber so that you can keep your cholesterol levels in check. Continue these into your 60s, as well, but also include probiotics to help your small intestine absorb nutrients and boost your gut health.
Regardless of what age you are now, you can turn to me at Herbal Nutrition with Lisa for guidance on Herbalife supplements that can make up for any shortfalls you might have in your diet and be sure you are getting the nutrition you need to be your best you at every age.