Nowadays, the health of the elderly has become a topic of concern for every child, and a reasonable diet is particularly important for the health of the elderly. However, many elderly people have more or less misconceptions about diet, which directly affects the health of the elderly. Below, the editor summarizes ten misconceptions about diet among the elderly in daily life.
1. The calcium content is generally insufficient, and the daily calcium requirement of the elderly is 1000? 1500 mg. Milk is the best and most important source of calcium, providing 300 milligrams of calcium per 250 grams of milk. However, there are not many elderly people in China who drink milk for various reasons. The calcium provided in staple foods and most meat, vegetables, and fruits is relatively low, with only about 200? 300 milligrams, a large deficiency. Foods rich in calcium include soybeans and various bean products, such as shrimp skin, fish floss, kelp, edible mushrooms, sesame paste, amaranth, rape, water spinach, celery, and so on.
2. "Excessive consumption of drugs, health care drugs, and supplements can result in reimbursement for public medical expenses, filial piety from younger generations, gifts from relatives and friends, multiple varieties per second, repetitive effects, and some adverse reactions, which can be detrimental to health. In fact, elderly people who eat a normal diet, in addition to insufficient calcium intake, generally do not lack certain nutrients. Even if they need to supplement, they should also ask a doctor to assess what is needed, what to supplement, and do not overdo it.".
3. Save half of a meal to save money and time. Dr. Catherine Niedert, the chief consultant of the American Nutrition Association, said that leftovers can easily lead to critical nutritional deficiencies and food deterioration. Due to the decreased sense of smell in the elderly, it is sometimes difficult to smell the smell of spoiled food, which is prone to food poisoning. It is recommended that the remaining meals be stored in the refrigerator. Cook thoroughly before eating.
4. When you have no appetite, it doesn't matter if you skip a meal. Frequent skipping meals in the elderly is very harmful and can easily lead to problems such as overeating, blood sugar fluctuations, and appetite inhibition. In the morning, you have the strongest appetite, and you must eat good breakfast. Even if you are not too hungry, you must also eat something for lunch and dinner.
5. It is easy to be influenced by reports from different perspectives in newspapers and magazines. When you see a point, you immediately copy it, leaving you with no bottom in your heart and unable to agree. In fact, some information is based on general personal experience, while others are based on information that outsiders have only a smattering of. I don't have the ability to judge, so it's better to consult a professional before taking action.
(Intern Editor: Lin Yanjuan)