Why are not all vegetables the same after 60?
From the age of 60 onwards, several key changes occur:
- It increases the risk of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.
- The loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) is accelerated.
- Circulation becomes more vulnerable, and blood pressure may be harder to control.
- The brain is more sensitive to a lack of nutrients and glucose spikes.
- The kidneys and liver have less room to tolerate excesses or toxins.
That’s why a vegetable with a high glycemic index, natural toxins or irritating compounds can have a much stronger impact on an older adult than on a young adult. It is not a matter of “demonizing” food, but of intelligently choosing what, how much and how to consume.
5 Allied Vegetables That Protect Your Body After 60
These are vegetables that Dr. Peraza highlights as great allies for people over 60 years of age, always within a balanced diet.
1. Purple cabbage: the cheap and powerful antioxidant shield
Red cabbage (purple cabbage) is much more than just a splash of color on the plate: