Were not going to lie.
You literally become more fat [and] less water.
The decline in muscle fiber can lead to frailty.
So its very important to pay attention to nutrition.
That means trying to limit or avoid three big culprits: sodium, added sugar and ultraprocessed foods.
The good news: You dont have to totally give up your favorite foods.
Its what you do most days that matters, Shah says.
I always tell people, Go out to eat, have a good time.
But the other six days of the week, focus on finding the good [foods].
And when possible, just say no or at least Whoa!
to these 25 foods.
But when its sweetened, youve [taken] a really healthy food and made it unhealthy.
Research backs her up.
Another 2023 study, from the University of Pittsburgh, found that excess sugar may aggravate inflammatory bowel disease.
Ramen
Put simply, its low in cost but super high in sodium.
The problem with ramen noodles is twofold.
The second issue is sodium, says Kristin Kirkpatrick, a registered dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic.
But often the packaged, microwavable ones have added sugar.
AARPs Whole Body Reset plan recommends getting at least 5 grams of fiber at each meal.
Do this instead:Break out the air fryer!
Spritz with olive oil and add some herbs.
The vitamin C level of canned fruits is really, really low.
Do this instead:Buy fresh fruit, either cut up already or whole versions you cut up yourself.
Trust us, its worth the extra 10 minutes.
And thats not good for you.
Add your sauce and desired toppings, and bake for 18 to 25 minutes at 400 degrees.
Canned soups
People love soup, but it has a day-plus of sodium in one cup, Shah says.
