Nutrition for Strength
Many of these same foods help to establish the type of strength you will need to maintain an active lifestyle. Along with milk products, fish provides calcium, which is needed for musculoskeletal strength. The National Osteoporosis Foundation relates the importance of adequate calcium stores for healthy bones. Muscle activity also requires calcium, while antioxidant vitamins A, C and E, found in many fruits and vegetables, support a strong immune system. B vitamins, iron, potassium and other minerals encourage cardiovascular strength.