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Avoid Problem Foods for Seniors
grapefruit
1/11
Perhaps surprisingly, food can affect how medicine works. Therefore, it is always best to ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should avoid certain foods. There is a nature. Don't miss the vitamin C and potassium found in grapefruit. Enjoy other citrus fruits such as oranges and limes instead. But check the labels of other juices before drinking. Some even contain grapefruit juice.
raw vegetables
2/11
If you have sensitive, decayed, or missing teeth, raw vegetables may be high on your list of foods to avoid...but don't overlook vitamins and fiber. Instead, try cooking vegetables until they are tender. Or, use vegetable purees like carrots, squash, and beets in soups and stews. You can also try canned vegetables. Look for unsalted ones.
beans
3/11
Some people avoid beans because they can cause bloating and stomach pain.However, if you eliminate beans from your diet, you may need to reconsider. Beans are a great source of fiber, high in protein and iron, and low in fat.The trick is to slowly add beans to your diet. Start with small amounts several times a week. Or try over-the-counter digestive enzymes to reduce bloating.
alcohol
4/11
Moderate drinking reduces the risk of heart attack and some types of stroke. But even if you're used to having a glass of wine with dinner or a beer while watching TV, alcohol can affect you differently as you age. It also raises blood pressure. Also, alcohol can cause hypoglycemia in diabetics. It also affects how drugs work. Talk to your doctor about your alcohol intake. dairy products
5/11
As we age, we may have problems digesting milk and dairy products. However, it may not be necessary to give up all dairy products and the calcium and protein they provide.Many people can consume small amounts of dairy products without an upset stomach. Also, some dairy products are more tolerant than others.Low-fat plain yogurt and low-fat cheese are particularly nutritious. Or try lactose-free dairy products.
caffeine
6/11
Caffeine may not be a problem for everyone, but it can make some people anxious or nervous.Caffeine can also increase your heart rate and cause sleep problems. I have. If you try to cut back, taper slowly. Stopping caffeine abruptly can cause headaches, nausea, or vomiting. Slowly replace caffeinated beverages with water, herbal tea, or decaffeinated coffee.
Meat
7/11
Some of the healthiest cuts of meat, such as lean steak, can be the hardest to chew. Burgers are tooth-friendly, but often a less nutritious option, with 20% to 30t capacity. Instead, look for lean ground meat he's under 10 tons. Or, try fish for a healthier source of protein that's easy to chew. salty food
8/11
If you're over the age of 51 or belong to a high-risk group, the American Heart Association recommends watching your sodium intake. For those 51 years and older, the recommended limit is 2,300 mg per day. Also, if you're in a high-risk group, make sure your sodium intake is no more than 1,500 mg per day. Too much sodium raises blood pressure and increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. Who is the main culprit? Processed foods such as frozen foods, snack foods, salad dressings and lunch meats. Read labels carefully and look for ''no-sodium,'' low-salt, or no-salt alternatives.
cruciferous vegetables
9/11
Avoid cruciferous vegetables for gas problems? Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and kale are rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, fiber, calcium, iron, and folic acid. increase. Many are high in vitamin A and vitamin K and low in calories. Some studies have shown that it can also reduce the risk of cancer. Do not avoid these vegetables. Add it to your diet little by little. Drinking a lot can also help.
fruits
10/11
Fresh fruit is packed with vitamins, fiber, and other important nutrients. But if you have chewing problems, it can be difficult to eat an apple ''one day at a time.'' Instead, try canned fruit with no added sugar or syrup, or eat soft fruit such as berries, bananas, and melons.You can also blend your favorites into fruit smoothies.
raw bean sprouts
11.11
Clover, alfalfa, radishes and mung bean sprouts are rich in B vitamins and other nutrients. However, raw sprouts can also pose health risks to the elderly and those with weakened immune systems. Because bean sprouts are grown in a warm, humid environment, they are more susceptible to bacterial growth than other fresh produce.
grapefruit
1/11
Perhaps surprisingly, food can affect how medicine works. Therefore, it is always best to ask your doctor or pharmacist if you should avoid certain foods. There is a nature. Don't miss the vitamin C and potassium found in grapefruit. Enjoy other citrus fruits such as oranges and limes instead. But check the labels of other juices before drinking. Some even contain grapefruit juice.
raw vegetables
2/11
If you have sensitive, decayed, or missing teeth, raw vegetables may be high on your list of foods to avoid...but don't overlook vitamins and fiber. Instead, try cooking vegetables until they are tender. Or, use vegetable purees like carrots, squash, and beets in soups and stews. You can also try canned vegetables. Look for unsalted ones.
beans
3/11
Some people avoid beans because they can cause bloating and stomach pain.However, if you eliminate beans from your diet, you may need to reconsider. Beans are a great source of fiber, high in protein and iron, and low in fat.The trick is to slowly add beans to your diet. Start with small amounts several times a week. Or try over-the-counter digestive enzymes to reduce bloating.
alcohol
4/11
Moderate drinking reduces the risk of heart attack and some types of stroke. But even if you're used to having a glass of wine with dinner or a beer while watching TV, alcohol can affect you differently as you age. It also raises blood pressure. Also, alcohol can cause hypoglycemia in diabetics. It also affects how drugs work. Talk to your doctor about your alcohol intake. dairy products
5/11
As we age, we may have problems digesting milk and dairy products. However, it may not be necessary to give up all dairy products and the calcium and protein they provide.Many people can consume small amounts of dairy products without an upset stomach. Also, some dairy products are more tolerant than others.Low-fat plain yogurt and low-fat cheese are particularly nutritious. Or try lactose-free dairy products.
caffeine
6/11
Caffeine may not be a problem for everyone, but it can make some people anxious or nervous.Caffeine can also increase your heart rate and cause sleep problems. I have. If you try to cut back, taper slowly. Stopping caffeine abruptly can cause headaches, nausea, or vomiting. Slowly replace caffeinated beverages with water, herbal tea, or decaffeinated coffee.
Meat
7/11
Some of the healthiest cuts of meat, such as lean steak, can be the hardest to chew. Burgers are tooth-friendly, but often a less nutritious option, with 20% to 30t capacity. Instead, look for lean ground meat he's under 10 tons. Or, try fish for a healthier source of protein that's easy to chew. salty food
8/11
If you're over the age of 51 or belong to a high-risk group, the American Heart Association recommends watching your sodium intake. For those 51 years and older, the recommended limit is 2,300 mg per day. Also, if you're in a high-risk group, make sure your sodium intake is no more than 1,500 mg per day. Too much sodium raises blood pressure and increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. Who is the main culprit? Processed foods such as frozen foods, snack foods, salad dressings and lunch meats. Read labels carefully and look for ''no-sodium,'' low-salt, or no-salt alternatives.
cruciferous vegetables
9/11
Avoid cruciferous vegetables for gas problems? Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and kale are rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, fiber, calcium, iron, and folic acid. increase. Many are high in vitamin A and vitamin K and low in calories. Some studies have shown that it can also reduce the risk of cancer. Do not avoid these vegetables. Add it to your diet little by little. Drinking a lot can also help.
fruits
10/11
Fresh fruit is packed with vitamins, fiber, and other important nutrients. But if you have chewing problems, it can be difficult to eat an apple ''one day at a time.'' Instead, try canned fruit with no added sugar or syrup, or eat soft fruit such as berries, bananas, and melons.You can also blend your favorites into fruit smoothies.
raw bean sprouts
11.11
Clover, alfalfa, radishes and mung bean sprouts are rich in B vitamins and other nutrients. However, raw sprouts can also pose health risks to the elderly and those with weakened immune systems. Because bean sprouts are grown in a warm, humid environment, they are more susceptible to bacterial growth than other fresh produce.
22 Dec 2022
