Our age defines which type and kind of food we need..

15 Aug 2017

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Nutritionists agree that each age has its own requirements of healthy food and the appropriate kinetic activity, especially with the presence of variety of foods and their components and their multiple benefits. Healthy life requires a rich diet that suits the needs of the body and its changes in each age. What we need in twenties may not be compatible with our needs in thirties, as well as what we eat in the forties does not fit with the fifties and above. So it is important to know useful and necessary nutrition according to our ages.

Twenties: This stage is characterized by rapid rate of food burning, as well as the strength of the body muscles, especially with exercise. The body continues to grow, making the absorption of minerals and vitamins very easy. It is recommended at this stage to increase the consumption of foods rich in iron which is necessary to maintain the strength and health. Its main sources are red meat, sardines, egg yolks and leafy vegetables.

Thirties: The speed of food burning decrease, which makes an opportunity to the accumulation of  fats and gaining weight, so we should increase the intake of omega-3 fatty acids that are found in fatty fish such as mackerel, salmon and tuna, and increase the intake of dairy products and choose low-fat types such as yogurt, milk and cheese.
Forties:  The fitness of the body and muscle strength is clearly minimized at this stage, which makes an opportunity to gain weight accompanied with hormonal changes, so it is recommended to increase the intake of fruits and vegetables because they are rich in antioxidants that prevent heart disease and maintain public health. The useful foods in this age are: Whole grain products such as brown bread and barley bread which are rich in vitamin E and effective anti-oxidants. They help to resist aging signs and wrinkles. These foods are also rich in vitamin B6, which helps to improve food burning.

Fifties: It is normal that the strength of the muscles gradually decreases at this age, and continue to decrease for the next stages, so it is necessary to exercise regularly, especially muscle strengthening exercises. Fats should be reduced to avoid weight gain. Foods that is rich in vitamins and minerals, especially calcium, zinc and magnesium, to maintain the safety of bones and skin. The most important foods are fish, mushrooms, figs, vegetables, nuts and dairy products. They should increase the consumption of foods rich in vitamin B such as spinach and cabbage that increase memory efficiency.

Scientific findings:

A recent research study on food and its relationship with the age group indicates that each age stage demands certain types of food. Each age is associated with a specific type of diet that gives the body maximum benefit.

 The study conducted by a team from the University of California, showed that age defines the quality and quantity of food. For example, in forties, the consumption of dairy products and fish should be increased to avoid osteoporosis. It is also recommended to eat vegetables, natural juices, fruits and starch in moderate quantities at that age. While those over 75 years old are recommended to drink more water and to regulate their diet and to keep away from fats and carbohydrates and sugars.

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