The Sexy 7: Tips that keep a body young [slideshow]

6. Continue to consume adequate amounts of calcium

Not just for your bones, but for weight control. Studies show that 1,200mg of calcium after the age of 50, along with 400 IU of Vitamin D can help with belly fat loss. Drinking milk is one of the easiest ways of accomplishing this and if you don’t tolerate dairy, alternatives like almond and coconut milk offer even higher amounts of calcium per serving.

Consult your physician about a supplement if you don’t do either, but food sources are usually best. To help direct calcium to your bones and not to your heart where it can become coronary artery calcium, don’t forget to get your vitamin K2.

Read: The missing nutrient your heart craves

Easy Health Options Staff

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