Healthy Eating for Older Adults

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By making a few simple swaps, you can make positive changes to your health. 

Healthy eating is important at every age. Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives. When deciding what to eat or drink, choose options that are full of nutrients and limited in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium. 

Healthy home cooking and smart shopping puts you in control of what goes into your recipes and your body. Making small shifts in the foods you enjoy can have big nutritional payoffs. 

 

View and click on the resources below for more information and tips about healthy eating. 

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Healthy Eating for Older Adults | MyPlate    
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Alimentación Saludable para Adultos Mayores 

 

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View Healthy Swaps for Common Foods | American Heart Association