How can I strengthen my eating habits?

If your appetite is decreasing and you find yourself feeling tired more easily, you should not just brush it off as simply a sign of ageing. 

Not eating enough leads to a slow loss of your muscle and bone strength over time, making it harder to continue doing the things you enjoy. The good news is that you can make easy small changes to your eating habits can make a big difference. 

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Calcium and protein are a powerful duo that helps keep you strong. 

Protein is essential for maintaining strong muscles, while calcium helps keep your bones healthy and strong. By choosing foods rich in protein and calcium, you can protect your strength and mobility, helping you to stay active and continue doing the things you enjoy.
 

Eat at least 75g of protein a day in your breakfast, lunch and dinner

• Add extra protein to your meals in simple ways, such as adding eggs into your breakfast, choosing lean meat or having unsweetened soya milk with your dinner.
• Cook your meals at home so you can ensure they are packed with a variety of nutritious protein sources.  
   

Add one calcium-rich food into your daily diet

• Add a calcium-rich dish to your plate when you are eating out at your local hawker, such as tofu, fish with edible bones or dark green leafy vegetables.  

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Reduce your sodium intake with a simple "Less sauce, please!"

• Ask for less gravy, curry or salt when you are ordering your favourite meal at the hawker. This way, you can still enjoy what you love while making a healthier choice.