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How Your Nutritional Needs Change As You Age

7. More iron

 

Iron deficiency is another common symptom of aging. It can lead to anaemia, a condition in which the blood does not supply enough oxygen to the body. Red meat, quinoa, legumes, broccoli, tofu and dark chocolates are some examples of foods rich in iron.
darkchocolates are good source of iron

8. More magnesium

Magnesium is an important mineral for various body functions. But aging causes magnesium deficiency because of poor appetite and increased intake of medicines. Foods that are a good source of magnesium include spinach, pumpkin seeds, almonds, black beans, avocado, dark chocolates and banana.

pumpkinseeds are rich in magnesium

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