| Hi Friend,
Last week we talked about the benefits of “going to work on an egg” and explained how these protein-packed powerhouses help form vital hormones while feeding the brain and building the body.
For sure, having a good diet is one of the key factors in maintaining optimal health and fitness — especially as you get older.
Marta Anhelush is a leading Nutritional Therapist. She is passionate about helping people feel their best and believes that wellness starts from within. Marta also has this to say about anyone approaching their 50s:
“As we age, general body function decreases — for example, our digestion changes and so does our production of digestive enzymes. People are therefore more likely to have digestive complaints like indigestion, which can affect the absorption of nutrients.”
This is bad news, especially for any middle-agers hitting the pig-iron.
So what’s the solution?
Well, Marta suggests taking a daily probiotic to help aid your immune system.
And don’t forget those essential muscle building minerals. Research shows certain minerals like zinc and iron are often depleted as we age.
You can find these essential minerals in fish, red meat, and dark leafy vegetables such as Popeye’s favourite standby, spinach. These green, leafy vegetables also help you build strong and healthy bones as they’re an excellent source of calcium.
Where else do you find calcium? Fish, like cod and trout, contain this bone-builder, as do nuts like almonds and walnuts.
And remember, ALL these foods aid the prevention of cardiovascular disease and help build and maintain a healthy heart.
And that’s the important takeaway: you will struggle to realise your weight training goals unless you’re taking on the correct fuel. Yet the good news is, with the proper nutrition, there is no reason why you can’t look and feel your best whatever your age.
Until next time,
Squat for Glory!
Lee
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