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Healthy Eating for Older Adults

  • From: Healthy Ireland

  • Published on: 28 June 2023
  • Last updated on: 29 June 2023

This information is for adults aged over 65 who are in good health, mobile and living at home. It has been developed in partnership with the FSAI (Food Safety Authority of Ireland), the HSE, the Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute and safefood.

The aim of this advice is to help you stay well, by nourishing your body with healthy food and by staying active every day.

If you have a medical condition such as kidney disease or diabetes, problems with swallowing or food allergies, please talk to your dietitian or doctor as this information may not be suitable for you.

Healthy Eating for Older Adults
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How to stay active and flexible - Advice for Older Adults
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Daily Food Guides

Daily Food Guide - William 76
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Daily Food Guide - Tom 67
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Daily Food Guide - Teresa 83
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Daily Food Guide - Mary 70
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Food Pyramid and Fact Sheets

Food Pyramid for Over 65's
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Vegetables, Salad, and Fruit
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Wholemeal cereals and breads, Potatoes, Pasta and Rice
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Dairy Shelf
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Meat, Poultry, Fish, Eggs, Beans and Nuts
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Fats, Spreads, and Oils
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Top Shelf
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