Ageing and nutrition

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  1. 2. This nutrient helps repair cells and is vital for muscle maintenance
  2. 5. A condition common in aging characterized by weak and brittle bones.
  3. 6. A type of fiber that promotes gut health and is found in oats and barley.
  4. 9. This antioxidant is vital for protecting skin and cells from aging.
  5. 10. A hormone that declines with age and affects calcium absorption.
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  1. 1. A vitamin necessary for red blood cell production, often supplemented in seniors.
  2. 3. A plant-based protein source often used in vegetarian diets.
  3. 4. A condition characterized by memory loss, often linked to aging.
  4. 7. . A fatty acid important for brain and heart health, often found in fish.
  5. 8. . A leafy green high in lutein, which helps prevent age-related macular degeneration.