Protein with meals
Include a protein food at meals—such as eggs, yogurt, beans, fish, poultry, tofu or another option that fits your needs—to help support muscle maintenance.
Simple food and hydration habits that can support healthy aging, energy and muscle maintenance without complicated meal rules.
Include a protein food at meals—such as eggs, yogurt, beans, fish, poultry, tofu or another option that fits your needs—to help support muscle maintenance.
Drink fluids throughout the day unless a healthcare professional has given you a fluid restriction. Keep water visible and easy to reach.
Include vegetables, fruit, beans and whole grains regularly. Increase fiber gradually and pair it with adequate fluids.
Include foods that provide calcium and vitamin D as appropriate for you. Individual supplement needs should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
If you have kidney disease, diabetes, heart failure, swallowing difficulties, food allergies, medication-related dietary restrictions or another medical condition, individualized guidance from your clinician or registered dietitian is important.