Since March is National Nutrition Month, I thought that we would revisit some nutrient dense foods for older adults. Once again, this is not medical advice, this is general education. Please consult your doctor or dietician over your specific case.
Cheese and Cheese Sticks
Cheese is a great source of protein as well as calcium and different vitamins and unsaturated fat. It also might keep you full for longer because of the protein and fat content. It also pairs well with other foods for easy snacks that will provide you with calories to fuel your day.
Vitamin D
According to the Cleveland Clinic, your vitamin D intake for seniors is very important. What are some good sources of that? They state, “fatty fish, canned tuna, egg yolks, fortified milk and cereal.” Vitamin D is vital for your bone health, which can decrease over your lifetime.
Whole Grains
That same Cleveland Clinic article touches briefly on whole grains, but I’m going to expand on it a little bit. Whole grains are a great source of fiber, as well as vitamins and minerals. It’s great for your heart as well as helping with constipation which can be extremely painful.
What have you added to your diet recently? Which nutrient dense foods do you like to eat.
Written by Brigid Stakelum
