Say Goodbye to Leg Cramps? 8 Vitamins and Nutrients Older Adults Need for Stronger Legs

contribute to bone 

problems as well as muscle weakness and pain.

Food sources include:

Fatty fish such as salmon and trout, egg yolks, fortified milk, and some fortified cereals.

Adults aged 71 and older have a recommended vitamin D intake of 20 mcg (800 IU) per day, according to the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements.

But more isn’t necessarily better. Excessive vitamin D supplementation can be harmful, so high-dose supplements shouldn’t be taken casually.

    Magnesium — Essential for Normal Muscle Function

Magnesium is one of the first minerals