Everybody knows maintaining a healthy diet is important for your health no matter your age. A healthy diet that focuses on lean protein, plenty of fruits and vegetables, and limiting added sugar is good advice all around.

The role our diet plays as we get older is undeniable. These are some benefits of keeping track off our food:

• Brain and memory function

• Heart health

• Bone strength

• Muscle tone

• Mental health and well-being

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