Adults

Adulthood is perhaps the most active and productive stage of human life. You require the peak amount of energy and balance multiple actions and changes in life

Key nutrients needed

• Protein: Although there is not much growth at this stage, Protein intake is important to repair and replace your workout hardworking tissues.
• Calcium: Required to support the peak bone mass and prevent onset of osteoporosis.
• Iron: The demand is more in women as they are in their reproductive stage, along with menstrual loss, blood loss during childbirth must be replaced to prevent anemia
• Antioxidants: Vitamin A, C & E are required to fight out the harmful effects of oxidative stress
• Dietary fiber: Must be consciously included to have a healthy digestive system

Tips for a healthy Lifestyle

• Eat balanced diet and include variety of foods
• Eat on time & do not skip any meals
• Include good fats from nuts, seeds avoid more of saturated and trans fats.
• Drink adequate amount of water.
• Engage in moderate physical activity.
• Maintain a healthy body weight
• Get adequate quantity and quality of sleep
• Eat limited amounts of sodium/salt & sugar.

References:

• Srilakshmi, B. (2002). Dietetics (Revised. New age international publication).
• Dietary Guidelines for Indian- A Manual; ICMR, National Institute of Nutrition.
• Healthy Diet- WHO