Food is one of life’s greatest pleasures. Your health needs change as you age, and eating well helps provide you with energy and nutrients you need to stay healthy and independent.
This website has practical information to encourage eating well from the planning stages to putting meals on the table. It offers ideas to help make mealtimes more pleasant and satisfying and it focuses on planning, shopping, and cooking. There are also examples of nutritious, easy to make, budget friendly recipes.
Some people may have difficulty accessing healthy food. For more information, please visit the Food Access section.
If you have any questions about food or nutrition you can speak with a local dietitian by calling 811 or by email. Dial-a-Dietitian is a free service connecting you directly to a local dietitian who can provide confidential and trusted nutrition advice.
Remember, eating well is just one part of healthy aging. Physical activity, adequate sleep, and good mental health are also key aspects to healthy aging.
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