Common changes that can occur after age 70 and why it’s important to know about them early

helps

Dressing in layers, even indoors
Avoiding extreme temperatures
Staying well hydrated

3. 3. Digestive changes that affect almost everyone
      The digestive system also undergoes changes.
      After 70, the stomach produces less acid, the intestines move more slowly, and the absorption of certain nutrients decreases.

 

This can lead to:

Feeling full quickly
Constipation
Deficiencies in vitamin B12, iron, or calcium

 

Many people assume it’s “normal to feel heavy,” but in reality, it’s a digestive system that now requires

more care.

What helps

Eating smaller portions
Increasing natural fiber intake
Drinking water throughout