7/22/2021
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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