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Which of these foods should be included in the diet of an old person?
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An old person should include some form of carbohydrate either in the form of bread or rice or cereal at each meal. It is also a good practice to take around 4 to 5 servings of fresh fruits and vegetable salad. You should eat a lot of fiber to keep your digestive tract clear and healthy. With these foods, you will be able to strike a balance of all the needful nutrients to keep you fit and healthy. You should steer clear of any food items that are unhealthy for your gut health.
When it comes to a diet of an old person, color plays an important role.
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Fruits are a rich source of all the nutrients, and you should consume them either in the form of frozen, dried or tinned. Experts always advise consuming a melange of differently colored vegetables and fruits such as broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, oranges, carrots, peppers, sweet corn, apples and anything that you wish to eat. Colourful fruits and vegetables are a source of antioxidants that keep you healthy. Eating right is not quite complicated when you know what suits your health.
Eating too much or too little can be detrimental to health.
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Many old people tend to keep on eating the same amount of food that they ate while they were young. But with age, the amount of activity reduces to a great extent which results in exponential weight gain. On the other hand, some people reduce the amount of food which results in a severe energy deficiency. Thus, the trick is to strike a balance between the amount of energy consumed and expelled. You should limit your intake of solid fats and sodium as you age.
When you get older, you should reduce the amount of calcium intake.
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When you grow old, your bones become weaker and become vulnerable to breaking. Therefore, you should pay attention to your daily calcium intake in the form of low-fat milk or some other milk product such as cottage cheese or yogurt. It will not only keep your bones healthy but also prevent osteoporosis which is a common ailment of old age. In case you are lactose intolerant, you may consider taking soya milk to boost your bone health.
Which of these is right for people of old age?
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No matter how old you are, you should make it a habit of eating a healthy diet along with a regular physical activity. It will ensure a healthy and long life while preserving the much-needed independence. You should balance the food with the level of activity you indulge in. Make sure to pay attention to the meal size as well. Many people are into a misconception that old age means eating less, but this is not right. In case you are not able to decide how much you should eat, you may also consult a dietician or nutritionist.
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