02/12/2025
✅ 5 KEY SUPPLEMENTS FOR WOMEN Above Age 35 .
Number 1. Calcium: ( should be taking with Vitamin D)
Calcium is critical for bone strength, muscle and nerve function, and preventing bone loss.
As women pass mid-30s, bone density gradually declines,
so getting enough calcium becomes more important.
Because calcium absorption depends on Vitamin D, combining the two helps maintain healthy bones, especially for women who don’t get enough sun or dietary calcium.
Number 2. Vitamin D:
Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium, essential for strong bones and teeth.
It also supports immune function and may help overall health, particularly when sunlight exposure is limited.
Number 3. Iron : (if you’re still experiencing your monthly flow or at risk of deficiency)
Iron is needed for making red blood cells and carrying oxygen; lack of iron can lead to fatigue, weakness, reduced immunity.
For women with heavy flows, poor dietary iron intake, or certain diets (e.g. mostly plant-based), iron supplementation can help maintain healthy energy levels and prevent iron-deficiency anaemia.
That said, iron supplements should only be used when needed (i.e. when blood tests show low iron), because excess iron can cause problems. Should be taking with caution and under a medical personnel supervision.
Number 4. Vitamin B12 (or B-vitamin complex)
As we age, absorption of some B-vitamins (especially B12) becomes less efficient, making supplementation more valuable.
B12 supports nerve health, red blood cell production, energy levels, and general metabolic function.
Especially useful for women who eat little/no meat or animal-products (since B12 is more abundant in animal-derived foods).
Number 5. Omega-3 Fatty Acids : ( from Fish Oil or Algal Oil)
Omega-3s support heart health, brain health, and may reduce inflammation.
They’re also linked to improved overall well-being and may help maintain healthy blood lipids and reduce long-term chronic-disease risk. Omega 3 fatty acids is important as we age.
If you don’t regularly eat fatty fish ( like salmon, sardines, mackerel), an omega-3 supplement can help ensure you still get enough.
Always remember if you get all these from your daily foods , you may not need Supplements.
The question is do we really get enough of them from our daily foods ?
Hope you have gotten value today and you start being intentionally intentional above your health and lifestyle.
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Remember , What You Eat and Drink is You.
I am Your Celebrity Resident Nurse, Nurse Gabby.
