Not everyone needs professional advice to go plant-based, but if you are an older adult, have a low body weight, are at risk of frailty or falls, then it’s probably is worth getting some advice. — SEBASTIAN KAHNERT/dpa
You might be thinking about exploring a plant-based diet, but what real health benefits can it offer, especially later in life?
“Most guidelines, like “The Eatwell Guide”, recommend eating more plant foods like fruits, vegetables and legumes, and there is also quite a lot of observational evidence linking plant-rich diets to longevity, lower risk of heart disease and certain cancers,” says Katie Sanders, Doctify-rated dietitian and nutritionist.
