Here are the top vitamins and nutrients experts recommend for seniors to help prolong life.
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Vitamin B12: Helps make red blood cells and DNA and maintains healthy nerve function. Vitamin B12 is found in fish, poultry, milk, and eggs. |
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Magnesium: Helps boost immunity, keeps bones and hearts healthy in the elderly. This substance is found in unprocessed foods such as fresh fruits, nuts, green vegetables... |
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Folic acid found in cereals, fruits... helps the elderly circulate blood sugar and be more alert. |
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Vitamin D: Helps the elderly absorb calcium and prevent osteoporosis. Lack of Vitamin D also puts the elderly at risk of falling. Vitamin D is found in milk, fruit juice, etc. |
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Omega-3 fats: Helps prevent Alzheimer's disease, reduce symptoms of arthritis, aging... This nutrient is found in salmon, tuna... |
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Potassium: Helps strengthen bones and maintain stable blood pressure. Fruits, bananas, plums, and potatoes are foods rich in potassium. |
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Calcium: Calcium supplements help the elderly have strong bones and move smoothly. The best sources of calcium are fresh milk, vegetables, and juices. |
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Fiber: Found in green vegetables, fruits... helps enhance digestive function for the elderly. |
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Water: For the elderly, water needs may decrease, but if you are subjective, your body will become dehydrated, unable to absorb food, and have urinary retention. |
According to VOV