Read More at Sixty and Me [[{“value”:” It’s no secret that what we eat has a direct impact on our overall health and well-being throughout our lives. Healthy choices help our bodies to function well, and also help us to fight disease. What is less well known? What we eat becomes even more important as we age. And our dietary habits impact not only our physical health, but our mental health, too. In fact, proper nutrition in our 60s and beyond can help us to maintain brain health and mental well-being as well as cognitive function, mood, and emotional wellness. Let’s talk more about the vital role nutrition plays in mental health and wellness for women over 60. Nutrition and Mental Health: The Gut-Brain Connection Research has shown that there is a strong link between the gut and the brain,…