Eat More…

Eat More…

• Foods rich in calcium such as salmon, sardine, soy, sesame seeds, almonds, figs and dairy. High calcium intake slows rate of bone loss and reduces risk of fractures. Vitamin D is important for calcium absorption. Ensure sufficient exposure to sunlight to allow skin to manufacture vitamin D.
• Vegetables, fruit and legumes – population studies show that those who consume large amounts of these foods have decreased risk of degenerative diseases associated with ageing, such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, cataract and age-related macular degeneration.
• High fibre foods with a lower glycaemic index (GI) eg. whole grain cereals, pastas and bread. Soluble and insoluble fibre are digested slowly, have a lower GI, and help stabilize blood sugar.

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