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Manage your health, weight and cholesterol levels into your 60s and beyond. Discover new diets, healthy eating plans, recommended lifestyle choices, helpful supplements, and nutrition information hand-picked for Australians aged 55+.

How the foods you love may reduce your risk of developing dementia
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Discover how these nutrient-packed choices can improve memory, concentration, and overall cognitive function. Source: Getty Images
Diet and nutrition

The best foods to boost your brain health

The best foods to boost your brain health

A diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants not only supports overall health but also enhances brain power, memory, and cognitive function.
Whether you're crafting vibrant salads or hearty stir-fries, these in-season fruits and vegetables bring a burst of health and flavour to your plate. Source: Getty Images.
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Your ultimate guide to spring’s most flavourful and nutritious fruits and vegetables

Your ultimate guide to spring’s most flavourful and nutritious fruits and vegetables

Join Starts at 60 as we explore not only the delicious flavours but also the health benefits of what spring can bring to your table.
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The optimal foods for boosting brain power revealed

The optimal foods for boosting brain power revealed

Ensuring that our bodies receive the nourishment they need through a healthy, balanced diet is crucial to help improve brain power.
Think broccolini is just fancy broccoli? Think again! This veggie is a powerhouse with benefits that go beyond its sweeter, milder taste. Source: Getty Images.
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4 reasons to opt for broccolini over broccoli for your veggie fix

4 reasons to opt for broccolini over broccoli for your veggie fix

Often dismissed as just a pricey version of broccoli, broccolini actually offers a range of health benefits that its more common cousin can’t match.
There are several approaches that can help ease constipation, such as adjusting diet, boosting physical activity, and utilising over-the-counter laxatives or stool softeners. Source: Getty Images.
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Simple solutions to ease constipation and boost your digestive wellness

Simple solutions to ease constipation and boost your digestive wellness

Constipation is a common problem among people over 60, and it can be a source of discomfort and even pain. Fortunately, there are several effective solutions for managing constipation and improving your digestive health.
Researchers revealed that "through a relatively easy lifestyle change, people can markedly improve their stress and anxiety levels". Source: Getty Images.
Diet and nutrition

Revealed: The diet that can help over 60s feel less stressed

Revealed: The diet that can help over 60s feel less stressed

There is no shortage of things that cause stress nowadays, whether it's the rising cost of living or concerns about how the grandkids are doing, there is always something weighing on our minds.
From seemingly harmless treats to common beverages, it's time to uncover the ten unsuspecting culprits that may jeopardise your precious smile. Source: Getty Images.
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The 10 foods and drinks secretly sabotaging your dental health revealed

The 10 foods and drinks secretly sabotaging your dental health revealed

As we age, protecting our dental health becomes more crucial than ever. While diligent oral care is a given, there are dangers lurking in our everyday diets that can silently compromise the well-being of our teeth and gums.
Why do we reach for that block of comforting chocolate over a piece of fruit when the mercury drops? Source: Getty Images.
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Avoid the winter weight: Sticking with your diet goals as the colder months set in

Avoid the winter weight: Sticking with your diet goals as the colder months set in

With the the colder weather well and truly here the desire to reach for comfort food over something healthier can sometimes be hard to ignore.
Researchers explained that "through a relatively easy lifestyle change, people can markedly improve their stress and anxiety levels". Source: Getty Images.
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Revealed: The diet that can help over 60s feel less anxious and stressed

Revealed: The diet that can help over 60s feel less anxious and stressed

Amid the myriad stressors of modern life, researchers have found that what we eat can help those over 60 reduce stress and anxiety.
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