With age, the body’s nutritional needs change significantly. The digestive system slows down, metabolism weakens, appetite decreases and the risk of certain nutrient deficiencies increases. Understanding these changes is essential for lasting health and activity.
The most prominent dietary changes after 60
Low metabolism
Decreases by 1-2% every decade. This means you need fewer calories but the nutrients stay the same or more — and that’s the real challenge.
Reduced nutrient absorption
The digestive system becomes less efficient at absorbing B12, calcium, iron, and vitamin D.
Decreased thirst
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