What kind of food should the elderly eat? As they age, many physical problems such as muscle weakness and bone weakness begin to arise. As they age, the digestive process slows down. Some people start having problems due to food, such as when their metabolism weakens in old age, and they start having problems such as stomach pain, bloating, or diarrhea after consuming milk or foods made from it. Some elderly people also have diabetes , high blood pressure , and heart problems. In such cases, they have to eat a lot. These foods should be included in the diet of the elderly Since good nutrition is essential in old age, it is important to ensure that the diet of the elderly is nutritionally adequate and balanced, says nutritionist Praniti Singh . “As we age, our energy needs decrease. As a result, the total amount of food consumed decreases, while many other nutrients that are needed are not enough,” she says. Care should be taken to ensure that all nutrients are provided in sufficie...
Vitamin supplements should not be taken on their own Supplements are available in the market under countless brand names in the form of syrups, tablets, energy bars, drinks or powders. These supplements claim to fulfill the deficiency of nutrients like vitamins, minerals, calcium, iron and protein in the body. However, according to experts, these supplements cannot compensate for the deficiency of nutritious food. However, the number of people who take such supplements on a whim to stay healthy is increasing. In this context, Dr. Anam Pyakurel , General Practitioner of Civil Service Hospital , says, “Nowadays, people seem to understand their problems and go to the drugstore to take medicine. Be it painkillers or vitamins, over-the-counter medicines do not always help.” According to him, the wrong practice of taking medicine based on information from Google and social media is increasing. Medicines or vitamins are easily available in Nepal without a doctor’s prescription, and some...