In celebrating National Nutrition Month, we have prepared a short FAQ on nutrition for older adults or seniors. 1. Is there a special diet for healthy seniors or older adults? No. Healthy older adults are encouraged to include or eat a variety of foods based on Canada’s Food Guide with the emphasis on protein e.g. lentils, legumes, fish, animal protein etc. 2. How much protein does a senior or older adult need a day? Older adults are encouraged to aim for at least 1.0 – 1.2 g