#Micronutrients

A new wave of scientific research is shining a spotlight on zinc, an often-overlooked nutrient, for its key role in promoting healthier aging. Recent findings suggest that a moderate intake of zinc may help slow the biological aging process, particularly when combined with regular exercise. However, the study also cautions that excessive zinc consumption could actually accelerate aging—highlighting the delicate balance needed in nutritional choices (EatingWell). These revelations could have far-reaching implications for Thailand’s aging population and national health strategies.

The latest nutrition research highlights a crucial truth for women in their 40s: changing what—and how—they eat is not just about looking younger, but about protecting long-term health as their bodies undergo profound hormonal shifts. With menopause often beginning between ages 45 and 55, experts are urging Thai women to proactively adjust their diets to address new risks such as bone loss, heart disease, and changing nutritional needs—a message that comes as fad diets and “anti-aging” trends often dominate conversations around midlife women’s health.

A growing body of new research is drawing attention to the health consequences of low magnesium levels, with scientists now connecting the mineral’s deficiency to a broader range of health problems than previously understood. Recent studies indicate that even mild magnesium deficiency can contribute to increased risk for chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and mood disorders. For Thai readers, these findings underscore the importance of paying closer attention to dietary magnesium—particularly as local diets and lifestyles change with urbanisation and the Westernisation of eating habits.