Adults over 50 are focusing particular attention on heart and muscle health
More than two-thirds of older adults are managing more than one chronic disease. Despite this rising trend, adults today are tuning into their health and turning to nutrition to do so. A new study, conducted by the International Food Information Council and supported by Abbott, found that heart and muscle health were the top two health topics that adults over 50 years old are paying attention to – at 80 and 75% respectively. Brain health and having enough energy were equally important health topics for adults at 74%.
The survey asked more than 1,000 adults over 50 years old how they make decisions on their eating habits, if they understand their dietary needs and what is motivating them to make positive changes. While people in general tend to think of food in relation to weight management or weight loss, the survey reveals that adult eating habits and health priorities may change with age.