As France faces accelerated population aging, “aging well” has become one of today’s key social challenges. With 28% of the French population now aged 60 and over, preventive health and active aging are more relevant than ever. Among the many factors that shape well-being later in life, nutrition plays a central role in maintaining quality of life over the long term.
This was the theme explored by Rose-Marie Carneiro, Vice President Dermo-Aesthetic at APLUSA, during her appearance on Sud Radio. She was joined by Mathilde Cavalier, General Secretary of IHU HealthAge, and Alexandre Petit, President of Alogia. Together, they discussed with Laurent Permasse the importance of prevention, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration in supporting healthier aging pathways.
Insights from the “Aging Well” Study
The discussion highlighted the key findings of an exclusive study conducted by APLUSA and Norstat with a representative sample of the French population.
The research examined how people’s habits and perceptions evolve as they age, from the role of pleasure in eating and the importance of balanced nutrition, to the growing influence of information and prevention in shaping a positive approach to aging.
Several strong trends emerged:
- One in two French people has changed their diet in recent years, regardless of age group.
- Turning 50 often marks a turning point, food becomes more closely associated with maintaining health and aging well.
Listen Again: Nutrition as a Path to Active Aging
In this interview, Rose-Marie Carneiro shares her analysis of the study’s findings and reflects on how thoughtful nutrition can help people stay active, healthy, and fulfilled as they age.
