Jackie DeWitt, of Raymond, Ill., a certified dietary manager with Tutera Management Group, thinks the new pyramid for older adults makes sense. Food is often the last source of independence. DeWitt uses a computer program to design her menus and make sure they meet proper calorie counts, but she also tries to make sure menus meet the Food Guide Pyramid's goal of getting a variety of foods from all food groups. Expect more on the new pyramid for older adults this spring. 1. Make healthy eating and nutrition a life-long priority.
Nutrition needs change with age.
Keep moving throughout your life. Exercise is helpful at any age. Start slowly and keep going. Physical activity can be part of life even for those with special needs. Maximize the quality of life for you and those around you.