Fuel Your Best Years: What to Eat for Energy and Health After 60

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00:00Fuel your best years what to eat for energy and health after 60.

00:08Eating fatty fish like salmon is highly beneficial for people over 60.

00:13They provide protein to maintain muscle mass and vitamin D for bone health and fall prevention.

00:19Additionally, salmon is high in vitamin B6, supporting immune, cognitive, and heart health.

00:29Leafy greens, especially dark-colored ones like spinach and kale, are full of carotenoids.

00:36Research has shown that these pigments help protect eyes from oxidative damage.

00:41This occurs naturally with age and can lead to eye disease like cataracts and glaucoma.

00:47They also tend to be rich in vitamin K, which can help prevent osteoporosis.

00:53However, the NCOA warns that leafy greens may interact with blood-clotting medication, so speak to your doctor.

01:05Peppers are very high in vitamin C, even more so than oranges, particularly red, yellow, and orange bell peppers and chili peppers.

01:15This antioxidant helps the body absorb iron, crucial for older adults, and it supports brain cells investigated for Alzheimer's.

01:26Blueberries contain flavonoids called anthocyanins.

01:30A recent study showed improved cognitive performance with anthocyanin treatments.

01:36They also contain antioxidants, reducing cancer and heart disease risk.

01:44Nuts, rich in protein, fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats, may reduce heart disease risk.

01:50Popular nuts include almonds and walnuts.

01:53A 2022 study shows chia seeds prevent various diseases.

02:01Iron and vitamin B12 are crucial for people over 60 and are obtainable from beef liver.

02:07Iron boosts energy, immunity, and cognition.

02:10B12 aids nerve, bone, and eye health.

02:14Consult healthcare providers for cholesterol concerns.

02:21Potassium deficiency can lead to health concerns like high blood pressure.

02:26It helps relax blood vessel walls and improves bone mineral density with sources like beans and potatoes.