Ageing Well: 5 Foods To Eat This Christmas

We are looking at 5 foods you should eat this Christmas - especially for those of us who are a little older - and digging deep into their health benefits! 

1. Brussel Sprouts 

Love them or hate them? We often see these crop up over the Christmas period, making them a great vegetable to eat this Christmas. Brussel sprouts are high in Fibre, Vitamin C and Vitamin K (responsible for blood clotting and good bone health).

2. Cranberries 

Cranberries are another staple food at the Christmas dinner table. These sweet Christmas berries are healthy and packed with vitamins and minerals. 

High levels of antioxidants in Cranberries have been linked to improving and alleviating symptoms of UTI, a common problem among ageing men and women. 

3. Parsnips 

Whether you like them or not, these little white root vegetables are packed with goodness. Parsnips are a great source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate, as well as several other important micro-nutrients. They are also a great source of both soluble and insoluble fiber - increasing your fiber intake has been shown to aid in treating digestive conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease, diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, and intestinal ulcers.

4. Chestnuts 

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire... 

These aren’t just a tasty Christmas snack, they are filled with goodness including; fibre, Vitamin C and Copper (that supports the production of healthy red blood cells,

nerves, immune system, and bones as well as assisting in iron absorption). 

 5. Red Cabbage 

Red cabbage contain Anthocyanins (antioxidants that are found in purple-coloured fruits and vegetables). Anthocyanins play a positive role in cardiovascular health and that those who eat foods with anthocyanins have a lower risk of heart attacks and heart disease-related death.

With all this new knowledge, we hope you can enjoy your Christmas dinner even more! 

Please feel free to share this with friends, family and your loved ones.