Healthy Ageing for 60+
Nourish Your Body, Mind, and Vitality
Ageing is a natural part of life, but it doesn’t have to mean losing strength, energy, or independence. With the right nutrition and lifestyle strategies, you can continue to thrive, stay active, and feel confident in your body well into your 60s and beyond.
Our Healthy Ageing for 60+ service is designed to help you meet the unique challenges of this stage of life. Through personalised guidance, practical meal planning, and ongoing support, we make it easier for you to prioritise your health and well-being.
Understanding Healthy Ageing After 60
As you age, your body changes in ways that affect your energy, mobility, and overall health. Nutrition plays a vital role in managing these changes and supporting your long-term vitality.
Muscle and Bone Health
What Happens: Muscle mass naturally declines with age (sarcopenia), leading to reduced strength and mobility. Bone density also decreases, increasing the risk of fractures and osteoporosis.
How Nutrition Helps: A diet rich in protein, calcium, and vitamin D supports muscle maintenance and strengthens bones. Foods like fish, tofu, leafy greens, and fortified dairy are essential.
Energy Levels
What Happens: Fatigue and reduced energy are common due to slower metabolism and nutrient deficiencies.
How Nutrition Helps: Balanced meals with protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates help sustain energy throughout the day.
Cognitive Function
What Happens: Ageing can affect memory, focus, and brain health.
How Nutrition Helps: Omega-3s from salmon, walnuts, and flaxseeds, along with antioxidants from berries and leafy greens, protect brain cells and enhance cognitive function.
Digestive Health
What Happens: Slower digestion and reduced stomach acid can impair nutrient absorption, leading to deficiencies in B12, calcium, and magnesium.
How Nutrition Helps: Fibre-rich foods, prebiotics, and probiotics improve digestion and nutrient uptake.
Chronic Conditions
What Happens: Diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension become more common with age.
How Nutrition Helps: Anti-inflammatory and low-GI diets help manage these conditions and lower the risk of complications.
How Tailored Dietetics Supports Healthy Ageing
Our approach is designed to empower you with the tools, knowledge, and support you need to prioritise your health and feel confident in your choices:
1. Personalised Nutrition Guidance
We’ll assess your unique health needs, lifestyle, and goals to create a tailored nutrition plan.
Example: Easy-to-prepare meal suggestions that include nutrient-dense foods like eggs, salmon, and leafy greens.
2. Education on Nutrient Priorities
Learn why protein, calcium, vitamin D, and omega-3s are essential for healthy ageing and how to incorporate them into your meals.
Understand strategies to improve nutrient absorption, like pairing iron-rich foods with vitamin C (e.g., spinach with orange slices).
3. Simple Meal Planning and Prep Support
Create practical meal plans that fit your preferences, budget, and lifestyle.
Tips for batch cooking, using frozen or canned produce, and preparing quick, balanced meals.
4. Chronic Condition Management
Develop dietary strategies to stabilise blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and improve heart health.
Example: Low-GI meal ideas that combine whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats.
5. Goal Setting and Habit Tracking
Work together to set realistic goals, like increasing protein intake or staying hydrated.
Use habit-tracking tools to monitor progress and celebrate small wins along the way.
6. Emotional and Social Well-Being Support
Address barriers like eating alone, loss of appetite, or disinterest in cooking.
Practical tips to create a positive mealtime experience, such as adding variety and flavour to meals.
Imagine This
Picture waking up with steady energy and the confidence to stay active and independent. Imagine stronger muscles, healthier bones, and a sharper memory—all supported by simple, enjoyable meals tailored to your needs. With guidance from Tailored Dietetics, you can embrace this stage of life feeling vibrant, capable, and in control of your health.
Want to learn more?
Check out our blog: “Top 5 Nutrients for Healthy Ageing After 60—and How to Add Them to Your Diet.”
Remember - Age isn’t a barrier to feeling your best. With the right support, you can stay strong, energised, and full of vitality.
“Contact us now to learn more about how we can support your journey to thriving in your 60s and beyond!”
