Like a fine wine, our bodies change as we age – and what they needed in our 20s might not be what they need today. Here’s the essential nutrients for each decade, and what you should avoid...
Your 40s
As perimenopause begins, the transitioning hormone shift happens alongside a decline in metabolism, making it harder to stay in shape.
EAT MORE…
PROTEIN We start losing muscle so increase lean protein intake (chicken, fish, eggs, tofu). For brekkie, eat eggs, or granola with nuts, seeds and natural yogurt.
PHYTOESTROGENS Foods, such as soya beans, flaxseed and wholegrains, can ease perimenopausal symptoms by mimicking oestrogen.
ESSENTIAL VITAMINS For healthy skin and strong immunity, nutritionist Dr Sarah Schenker recommends increasing vitamin C (citrus fruit, red pepper, kiwi), vitamin E (nuts), and beta-carotene (cantaloupe melon, mango, carrots).
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