How the nutritional benefits of foods change as you age

This article explores how the nutritional benefits of foods change as we age, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet at different life stages. It highlights the impact of early sugar consumption on cardiovascular health, the critical role of nutrition in childhood for lifelong health, and the importance of a Mediterranean diet in adolescence and early adulthood for heart and brain health. The article also discusses the dietary needs of mid-life individuals, particularly women around menopause, and the importance of calcium, vitamin D, and omega-3s in older age to support bone and muscle health.