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Turn Back the Hands of Time With These Delicious Meals

2/9/2023

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Good nutrition is important to reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Seniors who eat healthy food live longer and have a lower risk for obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. If you’re concerned about your health, these tasty salads can improve chronic pain symptoms and more.

​10 Tasty Salads That Turn Back the Clock

The following salads can do a lot to alleviate joint pain in the knee, but if you’re looking for a more permanent solution, you can try a non-invasive knee treatment from a local clinic.

  1. Kale and Quinoa Salad
    This hearty salad is packed with nutrients and anti-inflammatory elements like kale, quinoa, and walnuts. Add a touch of olive oil for extra flavor, or add some feta or cheddar cheese if you want a bit of creaminess. Either way, you’re in for a tasty salad that’s tasty and healthy, to boot!
  2. Beet and Carrot Salad
    Beets contain betalains which are natural antioxidants known to reduce inflammation in the body, while carrots contain beta-carotene, which helps to fight free radicals in the body. Toss together with some olive oil and lemon juice for an easy side dish or light lunch option. 
  3. Avocado and Cucumber Salad
    Avocado is full of healthy fats that make you feel satisfied, while cucumbers are rich in lignans which reduce joint pain as well as provide essential vitamins and minerals to the body. This simple salad is great on its own or served over a bed of greens for an added crunchy texture. 
  4. Salmon and Greens Salad
    Wild salmon offers plenty of omega-3 fatty acids that have been known to prevent heart disease and stroke, while dark leafy greens like spinach provide magnesium that can help soothe sore muscles after exercise. Top off with some olive oil or vinaigrette dressing for a delicious meal!
  5. Chickpea and Feta Cheese Salad
    Chickpeas are one of nature’s best sources of protein, while feta cheese provides calcium to strengthen bones and joints. Both ingredients can relieve aches and pains that are caused by arthritis. Mix them together with some tomatoes and cucumbers for some added flavor.
  6. Almond Butter And Chia Seed Bowl
    According to senior diet research, you should eat plenty of almonds and chia seeds for their nutrients. Almonds offer magnesium, while chia seeds contain omega-3. Both have lots of protein. Combine them with some yogurt, and you’ve got an excellent-tasting dinner.
  7. Roasted Vegetable Salad
    This colorful medley contains tons of antioxidants from roasted vegetables like sweet potatoes, bell peppers, squash, and onions. This combination will also give your body an extra boost thanks to the nutrients in the vegetables—great news if you suffer from chronic pain or illness.
  8. Spinach and Strawberry Salad
    Spinach contains vitamins A, K, iron, folate, and more, making it a superfood. Strawberries, while not as nutrient-packed, still contain folate, manganese, and vitamin C. They’re also a great way to add some sugary goodness to your salad and taste great with a balsamic vinaigrette.
  9. Broccoli Slaw With Apples And Cashews
    Broccoli slaw combines all kinds of powerful ingredients: broccoli (high in calcium), apples (rich in polyphenols), and cashews (which provide essential fatty acids). You can add some cabbage to give the slaw some more depth, but don’t forget to add some honey mustard dressing on top.
  10. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowl
    Sweet potatoes offer complex carbohydrates along with beta carotene, vitamins A, B6, C, E, and potassium, so you could say it’s another superfood. Combined together with black beans, you’ll get a nice mouthful of plant-based protein that’s nutritious and low in fat and cholesterol. 
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