3. (THE SAVIOR) Plain Greek Yogurt
This is the #1 weapon against getting frail. The biggest threat to your independence as you age is sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). This yogurt is packed with twice the protein of regular yogurt, giving your body the building blocks it needs to stay strong. You must buy it plain. The flavored versions are a sugar-loaded trap. Add your own berries.
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4. (THE SAVIOR) Leafy Greens (Spinach, Kale)
This is your bone insurance in a bag. We’ve been told “calcium” is the key, but that’s a lie. Calcium is useless if it doesn’t get to your bones. These greens are loaded with Vitamin K, the “traffic cop” nutrient that tells calcium where to go, binding it to your bone matrix and preventing fractures.
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