Superfoods To Include In Your Diet Once You Turn 40

We start noticing a lot of changes to our bodies, the moment we hit 40. They say the body gets naughty at forty, and that is so true. It gets tough for us to combat diseases and illnesses that are chronic, and tougher to maintain a metabolism, which is healthy- to keep belly fat away is another problem. Sigh!

But if you do not take care of yourself, you would go downhill and have a plethora of health problems. So be wary of what you eat. And add superfoods and liquid minerals in your daily diet.

NDTV experts say “People at the age of 40 need to take extra care of their health as their metabolism slows down and various hormonal changes take place in their body. Here are some superfoods that can help the 40 plus stay fit and healthy.”

So without much ado, here are a few superfoods that you should start consuming- for your better health. Take a look!

Spinach

Spinach has vitamin K in it, and this helps with bone strength and density. It is a leafy green, which in a single serving gives you plenty of vitamin K. it also gives you nutrients that keeps your eyes healthy.

Protein

Your dietary components should be taken into consideration when choosing your superfoods. As we age, our metabolism slows down. Hence it is important to have sources that are rich in protein so that our muscle mass is protected and we are far away from putting on unhealthy weight too. Skinless chicken, eggs, turkey etc are best sources of protein. 

Almonds

Almonds are superfoods that are healthy and they top the list for the same. Many studies have shown that a single serving of these nuts will bring down bad cholesterol or LDL in the body, and you would be safe from heart diseases too.

Broccoli

There is a lot of vitamins (A,C and K) in broccoli, say nutritionists. It is also a veggie that is low in calories. And it has a lot of phytochemicals in it. The veggie is known to keep the cells in the human body healthy, and it fights cancerous cells too.

Experts from Medicalnewstoday.com say “Broccoli has a reputation as a superfood. It is low in calories but contains a wealth of nutrients and antioxidants that support many aspects of human health.” 

Avocado

One of the best superfoods to have, you get a lot of nutrients and vitamins from avocadoes, and healthy fats too. Use it as a spread on your toast or have it in your salads, avocadoes are great to have in your 40s.

Wild salmon

Our appetite hormones change in the 40s, and even the leptin and the ghrelin in the body undergoes a change, say medical experts- all thanks to the hormonal changes that happen during this time. Wild salmon has vitamin D3 and lean protein, which are good for the body and to keep the appetite in control.

Chia seeds

There are many fats of the healthy kind such as Omega 3s that help one lose body fat. Thanks to the superfood chia seeds, you now have omega 3s to consume. Sprinkle it in your porridge or have it in your smoothies- chia seeds have high fiber to deliver. 

Blueberries

Plenty of antioxidants in blueberries, and that is what helps you to beat the flu, beat overweight issues and to beat cancerous cells, by fighting off free radicals. Eat them whole, or in a salad or make a smoothie- eat blueberries you must in your 40s.

Honey

Lets sweeten things up for you, shall we? Honey is thee best superfood to tickle your taste buds, and its natural. Honey has minerals in it and this helps boost the immune system and your well-being overall. Have it with your morning breakfast- oats or bread, or mix it in your smoothies or teas. Honey all way, honey!

Quinoa

It is gluten-free, and with plenty of protein in it. It also has a lot of essential amino acids, which are important for the growth of the body and the energy too. The whole grains bring a lot of fiber to the body and helps with digestion too. Quinoa also helps keep you full for longer hours, so you wouldn’t overeat.

Experts from Livescience say ““Quinoa is a good source of protein, fiber, iron, copper, thiamin and vitamin B6,” said Kelly Toups, a registered dietician with the Whole Grains Council. It’s also “an excellent source of magnesium, phosphorus, manganese and folate.”

So here were a couple of superfoods that you should start out with, if you have reached your forties. You need to take good care of your health, since you are ageing- age well, is what we say, and eat healthy.