5. More calcium and Vitamin D

These are the two most vital nutrients for healthy bones. While calcium is required for healthy bones, the presence of vitamin D in the body helps in better absorption of calcium. With aging, the tendency to absorb calcium reduces significantly, and the deficiency of Vitamin D is the primary reason for this.

Sun rays are an excellent source of Vitamin D. It is made from skin's cholesterol exposed to sunlight. But because of skin thinning with aging, there is lesser production of Vitamin D. Calcium rich foods include dark green and leafy veggies and dairy products. Vitamin D rich foods include a variety of fish like salmon and herring, and cod liver oil.

6. More potassium

Having more potassium lowers risk of hypertension, osteoporosis, kidney stones and heart diseases. All these conditions are extremely common among the elderly. Bananas, white beans, avocado, spinach, sweet potato, dried apricots, pomegranate and coconut water are all good sources of potassium.

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