Your30scan be a time for flourishing.
You’re more established, confident, and sure of yourself than you were in your 20s.
One common misconception is that your metabolism slows down.
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But regardless of what many people believe, your metabolism doesn’t actually significantly slow downuntil your 60s.
“Perimenopause is around the corner, and we need to enter that phase on the right foot.
Also, consuming enough fiber and healthy fats is a great way to pursue a healthy heart.
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Manaker adds that “bone health can be supported by eating foods like prunes and dairy milk.”
When it comes to specific nutrients that are helpful to your heart, fiber is a major one.
It canreduce cholesterol, lower blood pressure, and help manage inflammation in the body.
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Along with helping your heart, fiber is also a crucial nutrient for gut health, too.
This can be especially helpful because of the extra fat stored in our bodies during this decade.
Lower-glycemic index foods include brown rice, steel-cut oats, leafy greens, and whole-grain bread.
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Foods with resistant starch include beans, legumes, whole grains, potatoes, and green bananas.
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