Over 60: Legs Dragging? 6 Foods to Fuel Muscle and Cut Fall Risk | Senior Health

Did you know nearly 1 in 3 adults over 65 falls each year—and it’s not “just aging”? It can start when your legs feel heavy, your stride shortens, and your muscle response gets under-fueled.

In this video, you’ll learn the real reason walking confidence fades after 60 (lower stomach acid → weaker nutrient absorption), and the 6 food upgrades that target the walking system: iron-rich foods for oxygen delivery to your leg muscles, vitamin B12 sources for sharper nerve signals, nitrate-rich veggies (like beets/greens) for better blood flow, complete protein to protect muscle, anti-inflammatory spices (turmeric + ginger) to reduce “joint drag,” and omega-3 fats to support joints + nerves—plus a simple hydration/mineral tip to help your legs feel steadier day to day and keep your muscle firing on time.

Comment: Which of the 6 foods will you add to your next meal to help your legs feel lighter?
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00:00 Over 65? 1 in 3 Falls—Why It’s NOT “Just Aging”
00:51 Early Signs: Heavy legs, Shorter Stride, More Hesitation
01:23 Root Cause After 60: Low Stomach Acid → Weaker Nutrient Absorption
03:14 Food #1: Iron-Rich Foods—Boost Oxygen Delivery for Walking
06:03 Food #2: Vitamin B12—Sharper Nerve Signals to Your legs
09:12 Food #3: Nitrate Veggies (Beets/Greens)—Better Blood Flow for legs
11:27 Food #4: Complete Protein—Protect and Rebuild muscle for Stable Steps
13:57 Food #5: Turmeric + Ginger—Reduce “Joint Drag” and Stiffness
16:04 Food #6: Omega-3 Fats—Support Joints, Balance, and Coordination
20:09 Start Today: 1 Simple Meal Change to Fuel muscle and Walk Steadier

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