Monday 28 October 2013

NUTRITION AND AGING



 

Good nutrition plays a crucial role in keeping older people healthy and functioning .The most vulnerable population groups for malnutrition are children and elderly.

Mr.Ramaswamy and his wife are senior citizens living in Bangalore. They feel insecure since their children are abroad. They often get lazy to buy grocery for them selves and do not get motivated to cook food. Luckily they have no problem with finances.

Guess what could happen when there is added financial problem in old age?


  • The following could be the reasons for malnutrition in elderly.

They eat less since they have little money, too many medicines to consume for different aliments, cannot go to the grocery shop independently, or have no natural teeth to chew.


  • Eating well over 50

The motto should be “you are what you eat.” Whole some meals give you more energy and help you look better, boosting the self esteem. Key nutrients are essential for the brain to do its job, thus sharpening the mind. 

And finally good nutrition boosts immunity and fights illness causing toxins. Eating healthy does not have to be about dieting and sacrifice. It means fresh, colorful food full of nutrients, preferably in the company someone you are fond of. 

Certain vitamins and minerals have to be supplemented in old age through fortified serials, juice or medicines since they are prone for deficiencies. Highly reactive free radicals generated during metabolic process, contribute to the tissue deterioration of aging. Consuming anti oxidants, high dietary fiber judiciously can help maintaining health in elderly. 

Regular physical exercises, preferably observed by the trainers can preserve physical strength.
  
Who does not want to look forty at severely years !!

 
Key to staying fit in older age is to eat nutritious food, keep active by exercises focusing on strength, flexibility and balance.    

Dr.Sudha Prasad Can be Contacted on: 9448848973,  
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