Varying food according to age is fundamental to keeping the body strong and healthy, so the elderly's diet should have:
- Vegetables, fruits and whole grains: they are a good strong fiber, useful for constipation, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
- Milk and its derivatives: have calcium and vitamin D, which strengthen bones and joints, as well as protein, potassium and vitamin B12.
- Meats: preferably lean, are good sources of protein and iron, as well as eggs.
- Bread: enriched with fiber, cereals, avoiding the white bread, being able to accompany meals as well as rice and beans.
- Legumes: Like beans and lentils, they have a high content of cholesterol-free fibers and are high in protein.
- Water: from 6 to 8 glasses a day, whether in the form of soup, juice or teas. One should drink even without thirst.
Other valuable tips are: do not eat alone, eat every 3 hours and add different spices to the food to vary the taste. Throughout life many changes occur in the body and they must be accompanied by correct eating habits to avoid diseases.
See too:
- What the elderly should eat to lose weight
- The best exercises for the elderly
