For Fifty Plus - Special Nutrition Needs for Women 50 & Older

For Fifty Plus - When women reach age 50, their nutritional needs begin to change. In fact, women's bones begin losing calcium at age 30, which is why eating calcium-rich foods is so important.

If you can't get enough calcium from your food, try taking a supplement. About nine out of ten women over the age of 30 aren't getting the recommended daily allowance of calcium.

Also remember to add plenty of fiber in your diet. Fiber-rich foods help you feel full and keep you regular. Fiber can also help lower cholesterol and prevent colon cancer.

Finally, watch your caloric intake. As you age, your body will require fewer and fewer calories to meet its energy needs. Even active women over 50 should try to stay under 1,900 calories per day.