The One Food Nutritionists Are Begging People Over 60 to Start Eating ASAP
It’s interesting how certain everyday foods become popular. Remember when Brussels sprouts were in every restaurant?
Or when cauliflower was in everything, from pizza to mashed potatoes? And who could forget the avocado toast craze?
Trends that encourage people to eat more plants are great. But there’s one super healthy plant food that nutritionists say people, especially those over 60, should eat more of: beans.
Beans are full of nutrients that older adults often don’t get enough of, like protein, fiber, vitamin D, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B12.
These nutrients are crucial because muscle mass decreases with age, and bones and heart health need extra support. Plus, beans are cheap and easy to cook.
A study found that eating about two servings of beans daily boosts intake of important nutrients like fiber, potassium, and calcium. People who eat more beans also tend to have lower body weight and a healthier waist size.
Another great food for older adults is cabbage. It’s packed with vitamins C and K and has anti-inflammatory properties that can help prevent chronic diseases.
Cabbage is versatile—you can eat it raw, cooked, or in salads.
Incorporating more beans and cabbage into your diet can benefit your heart, brain, and gut while reducing the risk of age-related diseases.
Plus, plant-based foods are good for the environment. So, eating more plants is a win-win for your health and the planet.
This information is based on advice from dietitians Toby Amidor and Marisa Moore, as reported by Parade.