Nutrition After 40
Learn how fiber supports digestion, heart health, healthy blood sugar, and overall nutrition after 40.
Build a sustainable way of eating around nutritious whole foods without complicated rules or restrictive diets.
Understand the role of omega-3s and other healthy fats in supporting heart, brain, and overall health.
Explore essential nutrients such as vitamin D and magnesium, including food sources, benefits, and when supplements may be worth considering.
Learn how protein supports muscle, strength, recovery, and healthy aging—and how much you may need after 40.
Nutrition priorities can shift as we age, particularly when it comes to maintaining muscle, supporting heart and metabolic health, and getting enough essential nutrients. A balanced approach built around protein, fiber-rich foods, healthy fats, fruits and vegetables can help support long-term health without complicated diets or extreme restrictions.
Building a balanced plate doesn’t have to be complicated. Focus on a mix of protein, fruits and vegetables, fiber-rich carbohydrates, and healthy fats.
Quality Protein
Vegetables & Fruit
Fiber-Rich Carbohydrates
Healthy Fats
Include foods such as olive oil, avocado, nuts, or seeds as part of a balanced meal.
Fill about a quarter of your plate with fish, poultry, eggs, tofu, beans, or other protein-rich foods to help support muscle and strength.
Aim to fill about half your plate with a variety of colorful vegetables and fruits for fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial nutrients.
Fill about a quarter of your plate with whole grains, beans, potatoes, or other fiber-rich carbohydrate sources.