1. The importance of older adults understanding nutrition A photonovella

2. What should I be eating to stay healthy? Can someone tell me what I need to do to take care of myself?

3. What foods are healthy for me? Can I eat Whatever I want? Let me explain what are the best choices for you.

4. What about dietary suppliments? Are those healthy or will they hurt me? Do I need to take a vitamin as part of my daily diet? (Photo from http://www.extension.iastate.edu/nutrition/supplements/benefit.php)

5. Nutritional requirements change as we age. Aging affects the way the body responds to foods. It is important to know exactly what should be included in a daily diet when the body is in need of special care. But understanding these requirements can be difficult without assistance. Modified MyPyramid for Older Adults. © 2007 Tufts University on http://nutrition.tufts.edu/1197972031385/Nutrition-Page- nl2w_1198058402614.html

6. It may be tempting to give up following a strict diet. What’s the point? Aging is inevitable. Why not enjoy all the food you want?

7. Providing yourself with better nutrition does not have to be a chore. The benefits are numerous, and food can still be enjoyable. Food is a great thing to fellowship over. Healthy eating helps your body, mind and your spirit.