Seniors – 5 Tips for Good Nutrition

Learn useful tips, tricks and information to help ensure you get the best possible nutrition during the winter months.
In the UK, life expectancy has doubled over the last two decades and currently around 16% of the population is aged 65 or over. It is fantastic that we can all live longer, but there are certain things we have to do to ensure we stay healthy in those later years. Exercise is of course important to maintain strength and cardiovascular health. It is also an important part of staving off obesity, which is prevalent in older people, as is malnutrition.
Malnutrition can be a real danger as you get older and have to work harder to ensure that you get the right vitamins and minerals. During the winter months particularly, it can be tempting to load up on mince pies and high calorie low nutrient foods, but that can create … Read More ...


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