Eat your way to health and vitality as you get older

A balanced diet is key at all stages of life. But what foods do you need to prioritise as you age, asks Sharon Ní Chonchúir 

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Eating a healthy balanced diet is a priority at every age. As we get older, it’s crucial in helping us maintain our vitality and giving us the fuel we need to recover from illness and injury.

“Good nutrition plays an important role in healthy ageing,” says Helen Cummins, a registered dietitian at the UCC School of Nursing. “A diet high in vegetables, fruits, wholegrains, lean meats such as chicken or turkey, fish, and dairy products is recommended for older adults to keep well.”