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Elderly Nutrition: Important Foods for Seniors | Zeeshan Hoodbhoy
Zeeshan Hoodbhoy
Entrepreneur | Nutritional Consultant
Elderly Nutrition: Important Foods for Seniors JULY 20, 2021JULY 22, 2021 / ZEESHAN HOODBHOY / Seniors face a unique set of issues related to diet and metabolism. The World Health Organization reports that a majority of diseases can be blamed on a poor diet lacking sufficient nutrients. That’s why it is so important that seniors, in particular, focus on getting the healthy nutrition they need to live a satisfying and healthy life. Dietary Guidelines Broadly speaking, a healthy diet for seniors (https://aging.com/elderly-nutrition-101-10-foods-to-keep-youhealthy/) includes carbohydrate-rich foods, lean protein, and five servings of vegetables and fruits. Below are recommended foods for seniors to add to their diet. Lean Protein Choices Older people don’t absorb protein as easily as they once did when they were younger. AARP recommends five to six ounces of protein each day. Fish is touted as an excellent source of protein since it also provides healthy omega-3 fats and B12. Salmon, tuna, cod, and trout are excellent options. Poultry, nuts, lean meat, beans, cottage cheese, peas, poultry, and soy products round out a healthy diet for seniors (https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2021/superfoodsfor-adult-health.html) with adequate protein required to maintain muscle mass. https://zeeshanhoodbhoy.wordpress.com/2021/07/20/elderly-nutrition-important-foods-for-seniors/
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7/22/2021
Elderly Nutrition: Important Foods for Seniors | Zeeshan Hoodbhoy
Recommended Vegetables When selecting vegetables, choosing a variety of colors is advisable. Some highly recommended options are listed below. Dark Leafy Greens Broccoli Carrots Kale Spinach Brussels Sprouts Swiss Chard Asparagus Collard Greens Ginger Recommended Fruits Fruits are an important source of vitamins and minerals. The fiber they provide is also key for maintaining a healthy body. As if that is not enough reason to eat fruit daily, they are also rich in antioxidants. Below is a list of fruits that seniors should consider incorporating into their diet. Berries Pears Apples Kiwi Oranges Avocado Bananas Grapes Lemons Grapefruit Limes Pineapple Few scientists, physicians, or dieticians question the link between diet and health. Many chronic ailments are considered to be lifestyle diseases. That’s why it is critical that seniors focus on a healthy diet. Blog, Health, Music, Nutrition DIET , ELDERLY , FOOD ZEESHAN HOODBHOY
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