As you age, it is especially important to maintain a healthy diet.
In the article we will tell you, which foods are harmful for adults.
What foods are bad for older people
Cereals, confectionery, and white bread are contraindicated for people who suffer from diseases of the cardiovascular system.
Because they contain a lot of saturated fat and sugar.
Butter, eggs and pork - the consumption of these products should be limited to those who have suffered a stroke, heart attack or are at risk.
Older adults should avoid excessive intake of salt, sugar, and saturated trans fats. Stay away from highly processed foods, sugary sodas and fast food.
Many older adults do not meet recommended protein requirements.
Eggs are an excellent source of nutrition for older adults.
There is emerging evidence that optimizing muscle synthesis in older adults may require adequate protein intake at each meal.
Among the sources of animal protein, you should choose low-fat fish, milk, and egg whites.
An elderly person can afford 2-3 eggs a week (preferably soft-boiled or in the form of an omelet).
Meat, poultry and fish, even lean ones, should be consumed with caution, no more than one serving per day, only in boiled form.
Blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, raspberries, plums, oranges, red grapes and cherries are all very beneficial as you age.
Previously, we talked about the benefits of coffee and tea in the morning.
