Lifecycle nutrition and cardiovascular health: the aged

As the world's population ages, cardiovascular health becomes increasing important. The ageing process gradually leads to a decline in the structure and function of the cardiovascular system. Other factors associated with ageing can hasten this decline, for instance, lifestyles that have become more sedentary. Additionally, the prevalence of hypertension, dyslipidaemia and diabetes, major risk factors for cardiovascular disease increase with age. Nutrition throughout the lifecycle can help prevent the development of these conditions and appropriate food habits instigated later in life can improve the management of these conditions and their impact on cardiovascular health.