eat these six natural foods every day after turning 50 after turning 50 it's hard to ignore the changes in your skin weight memory and energy levels if you're under 50 and think you'll deal with it later that later can be daunting by taking steps now you can avoid the need for a cure later it starts with including superfoods into your daily routine but before we get into that let's first understand how your body changes as you reach 50 First it's easier to gain weight and face higher health care costs for people with severe obesity the
costs will Skyrocket a 2021 study from Harvard School of Public Health shows that healthcare costs are higher for women and people aged 60 to 70 one reason is that your body has more fat settling in disrupting muscle quality if you don't eat enough protein you may face a higher risk of malnutrition and muscle problems like sarcopenia and dynapenia sarcopenia is when muscle shrinks and muscle mass declines dynapenia is the loss of muscle strength dynapenia develops at a rate two to five times faster than sarcopenia both can reduce your stamina and balance increasing your risk of
Falls and fractures besides muscle loss neuron loss and neural damage becomes common after age 50 damaged areas release neurofilament light or NFL in short protein into your blood and cerebros spinal fluid the fluid around the Brain and Spine NFL is a biomarker for nerve damage and degeneration simply put higher levels of NFL indicate more nerve damage which can result in Alzheimer's disease Parkinson's disease Huntington's disease esea or memory loss so monitoring NFL levels can give you insight into what's happening with your nervous system a 2020 study published in nature suggests that after age 50 the
levels of serum NFL increase significantly in the 50 to 60 age group serum NFL levels increase by around 2.7% a year for people over 60 the increase is even higher up to 4.3% annually this is what aging does to your body on the inside after 50 so what about the outside your skin slows down in renewing cells produces less oil and becomes drier thus your skin gets thinner revealing more veins and Bones healing from scratches or bumps takes longer pores may look bigger as dead skin cells build up more the buildup of oils and dead
skin cells also result in white bumps near your eyes called Mila sun exposure isn't just about getting a tan anymore it can cause more pronounced wrinkles dry skin age spots it it may also lead to rough scaly patches although these changes are common as we age they could be a strong signal that it is time to adjust your diet the saying you are what you eat certainly Rings true here therefore be mindful of what you're putting in your body and eat more anti-inflammatory and antioxidant Foods healthy food choices can lower the risk of common age
related issues like muscle loss neuron loss skin aging obesity heart disease and diabetes that's why we've compiled a list of top six natural superfoods When You Reach 50 to keep your mind and body in a good shape before we dive in kindly note that all information you'll find in this video is fact checked unbiased and reviewed by qualified professionals all right time to swing back to the first must eat food after turning 50 yogurt many older adults are missing out on calcium and vitamin D along with key probiotics to support overall health so when you
reach for probiotic Rich yogurt know that you're treating yourself to a nutrient-rich feast products with calcium and vitamin D work wonders for bone turnover observational studies also suggest that people who drink fermented dairy products like yogurt and Keir seem to have a lower hip fracture risk a glass of milk or a cup of spinach also gives you a great amount of calcium and yogurt comes from milk in a study of over 8,600 post-menopausal women and 4336 men all over 50 they found some interesting results people of both genders who have milk every day have an
8% lower risk of hip issues than those who have milk less than once a week yogurt and milk are also rich in high quality protein essential vitamins and minerals making them especially beneficial for people over 50 depending on your own needs and preferences you may want to consider almond or oat milk especially if you're sensitive or allergic to Dairy these milk alternatives are also rich with vitamins and minerals berries study shout out loud the more fruits you eat daily the less likely you gain weight so after turning 50 eating berries is like teaming up with
nature against weight gain while enjoying each bite berries have been traditionally used for skin protection against wounds and UV damage this can help prevent skin problems after 50 berries are also packed with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds like fibers vitamins a c and e plus B complex vitamins oxidative stress and inflammation are the troublemakers in aging brains causing neurodegenerative diseases compounds such as epicatechin and quatin in berries can fight these troublemakers offering protection against against Brain aging animal studies also found that extracts from strawberries and blueberries can slow down memory loss and even reverse cognitive deficits
in a 2022 review of studies on older people it was discovered that consuming berry based products can improve brain activity memory processing speed and attention to wrap up berries are rich in antioxidants like epicatechin promoting weight loss and skin Health berries have also been shown to combat memory loss particularly in people aged 50 and older enjoying our video so far drop a like to let us know you want more content like this yams yams are packed with vitamins A and C minerals and antioxidants that help fight aging yams are also full of fiber which is
important for digestion and metabolic Health fiber can help lower the risks of obesity diabetes heart disease and cancer especially as you get older a 2020 study on Mice found that Chinese yam polysaccharides or cyp in short May improve learning abilities and help recover spatial memory deficits in this study cyp also lessens tissue damage in the brain liver and kidney of mice by reducing oxidative stress simply put cyp can boost important antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase or sod in short catalase or cat in short and glutathione peroxid days or GPX in short these enzymes work
together to reduce oxidative stress in an older study yam extracts increased skin hydration by 39 to 46% compared to a placebo cream the extract also promoted the growth of human skin cells in short yams are great for people aged 50 and above as they can help reduce the risk of metabolic diseases improve brain function and enhance skin Health spinach spinach is a rich source of folet and flavones which can help fight cancer and heart disease common diseases in older people spinach is also packed with vitamins A and C which boost collagen and help protect skin
from aging plus studies suggest that spinach contains flavonoids which can reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the brain improving brain function especially in older adults spinach is also a great source of fiber that helps reduce inflammation combating aging simply put fiber feeds good bacteria in your gut thus eating more fiber can help diversify gut bacteria leading to higher production of anti-inflammatory compounds like butyrate studies also show that adding 10 G fiber daily can reduce the risk of death from all causes by 11% red spinach takes the spotlight for your skin as research in rats found
a link between red spinach extract and enhanced skin color hydration collagen and elasticity note that spinach is high in oxalates oxalates can combine with calcium and other minerals forming tough crystals that increase the risk of kidney stones this combination also makes it tough for your body to absorb calcium and other minerals so if you have kidney problems or osteoporosis and need more calcium it's best to skip spinach in brief spinach helps prevent cancer heart disease and boosts brain and skin Health making it great for people over 50 just be careful if you have kidney problems
or osteoporosis Ginger Ginger is a potential anti-aging medicine and a natural pain relief remedy embraced by the elderly Ginger acts like a protective barrier against oxidative stress and inflammation the culprits behind aging and degenerative diseases now what's its secret Ginger is high in gingerol and shogo these compounds offer protection against gut and brain diseases bacteria infections diabetes and even cancer Ginger extract also packs a dynamic Trio of antioxidants sod GPX and Cat to beat any metabolic diseases in a study from 2022 older women with high blood pressure included ginger in their diet at a dose
of 75 mg per kilogram of body weight per day within just 30 days these women experienced lower blood pressure and fat levels potentially lowering the risk of heart disease and if that's not impressive enough Ginger can slow down inflammation by reducing the production of inflammatory markers like Ros cox2 tnf Alpha IL beta and hscrp ginger can act as a brain protector thanks partly to its polyphenolic compounds a 2019 review study has proven Ginger's anti-aging benefit benefits for memory loss related to Amnesia and Alzheimer's disease plus Ginger shows promise in treating arthritis by fighting inflammation in
osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis it is especially effective for relieving stiffness and pain in knee osteoarthritis overall Ginger is great for people over 50 thanks to its anti-aging compounds like gingerol and shog go plus it can help improve heart and brain function salmon and tuna fatty fish such as salmon and tuna are high in muscle building nutrients such as protein vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids muscle loss is a significant Health concern as you age older adults need more protein to balance nitrogen level and muscle mass if you are over age 65 aim for a daily
intake of 1 to 1.2 G per kgam instead of the usual 0.8 G you can easily get this amount from fatty fish like salmon and tuna a study suggests if you eat about 150 g of fish twice a week after 5 to 10 weeks you can see a significant increase in hand grip strength another secret to aging well is vitamin D which helps fight harmful fat effects and boost muscle growth salmon is a great source with 4 o providing about 760 IU of vitamin D or roughly 95% of your daily needs plus salmon and tunic
are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids particularly EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids from fatty fish can also be an easy and affordable way for age- related muscle decline because they support protein building muscle mass and muscle function while fighting inflammation additionally Omega-3s and monounsaturated fatty acids are a powerful combo to fight insulin resistance and fat issues when you reach 50 in a 2019 study higher fish consumption is linked to a lower risk of Dementia in elderly people most organizations recommend that healthy adults consume 250 to 500 mg of EPA and DHA combined daily you
can get this by eating about 8 ounces of fatty fish per week to sum it up once you hit 50 it's critical to adapt to the changes in your body and that starts with what's on your plate and off your plate Beyond food ensure you're getting quality sleep intentional movement managing stress in constructive ways and connecting with loved ones in nature these factors are also significant to vitality and to age gracefully it's best to avoid drinking and smoking as they can lead to premature wrinkles the small choices you make today pave the way for a
smoother future when it comes to your diet if you want to maintain muscle mass and strength try yogurt milk and fatty fish like salmon and tuna veggies and fruits such as spinach and berries with their vitamins and antioxidants can fight inflammation for smooth skin sharp minds and healthy Hearts yams and gingers are also great for easing pain and memory issues give them a try and see the positive effects on your health and energy I'm sure the list could be longer and I invite you to add to it in the comment section