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5 Nutritional Supplements for the Over 50s

1/6/2022

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When we walk over the hill to middle age, we find that our body and mind isn't what it used to be. We may notice a few wrinkles around our eyes, some aches and pains, or we may not be as mentally alert as we were twenty years ago. Time catches up with all of us, and there is no point in trying to avoid it.
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Fortunately, we can do things to slow down Old Father Time, such as taking regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, limiting stress, and taking certain nutritional supplements. Here are 5 of the best nutritional supplements for the over 50s.

​Calcium

Calcium is vital for maintaining strong bones and protecting against cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Your heart, muscles, and nerves also need calcium to function properly.
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Women over the age of 50 are highly susceptible to developing osteoporosis, a health condition that weakens bones and causes them to break more easily. Men can develop osteoporosis, but it's far more common in women. Calcium can be found in dairy products and green leafy vegetables.

​Berberine

Berberine is a substance found in plants such as goldenthreads, tree turmerics, and Oregon grapes. It has an endless list of medicinal properties such as lowering cholesterol, reducing blood sugar in people with diabetes, reducing symptoms of menopause, treating the side effects of heart failure, healing stomach ulcers caused by H.Pylori, and preventing bone loss in menopausal women.
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Berberine is best taken as an oral supplement to get its full benefit. Luma Nutrition berberine is an example of a quality product using the best ingredients.

​Ginkgo Biloba

As we age, our brain function can diminish due to insufficient blood circulation, among other factors. Ginkgo biloba is rich in phytochemicals that improve circulation. This wonder plant can improve brain function and slow cognitive decline, thus reducing the risk of dementia.
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Because ginkgo biloba increases blood circulation, it can ease painful legs and help older people become more mobile and pain-free.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is vital for good health. We need it to maintain strong bones and teeth, keep our muscles functioning properly, and to make our immune system robust.
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We obtain most of our daily vitamin D requirements from the sun. Our body absorbs it from the sun's rays, and it is synthesized in the skin. Living in a country with limited daily sunshine can
deplete a person's natural vitamin D levels, as can the aging process, so health experts recommend that older people take vitamin D in supplement form.

Glucosamine

Most people over the age of 50 have heard of glucosamine as it is the most widely used supplement in older people.

Glucosamine is an amino sugar found naturally in human and animal tissues. It develops and maintains cartilage within the joints, so with age, this substance can deplete, leading to sore joints and osteoarthritis. It can also reduce inflammation, so it is an effective treatment for reducing the symptoms of interstitial cystitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and glaucoma.
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It is essential to consult your doctor before taking any supplements because some may cause side effects when taken with prescription medications.
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