Health Tip: Dietary Needs of Aging Women

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(HealthDay News) -- As women age, their dietary needs change. A healthy diet is always important, but even more so as women get older.

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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists suggests women should consume:

• At least 1,500 milligrams daily of calcium, which may be found in dairy products and leafy green vegetables, or dietary supplements.
• Eight milligrams of daily iron -- needed to help produce red blood cells. Healthy sources of iron include fortified breakfast cereals, spinach and beans.
• Limited intake of saturated and trans fats.
• Limited intake of salt (sodium) and added sugars.
• Plenty of fiber.

-- Diana Kohnle