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"Oh, my old bones can't hold a little meningitis!"
Uncle Guo smiled and said to the doctor next to him from the hospital bed, as if his life experience of fighting various diseases was just a farce.
Uncle Guo, a 71-year-old retired accountant, has always prided himself on his clean, regular diet and lifestyle. However, this habit does not seem to protect him from meningitis. Instead, he died due to untimely treatment.
In fact, it is precisely because Mr. Guo pays too much attention to the "lightness" of food that he inadvertently ignores the importance of food diversity for health. His daily diet rarely contained enough vitamins and minerals, which led to a gradual weakening of parts of his immune system.
In addition, Uncle Guo also has a seemingly harmless but risky habit - he likes to wash his hands and dishes with excessive amounts of disinfectant. While this behavior made him feel more "clean", over-disinfection actually disrupted the normal balance of microflora on his skin, which normally fends off pathogen invasion.
"Come, let me tell you about these three pits, you have to avoid them. ”
First of all, Uncle Guo's diet is too simple. Dr Lee points out that a balanced diet is not only about preventing obesity or heart disease, but more importantly it provides adequate trace elements and vitamins, which are necessary to maintain the proper functioning of the immune system. A diet that includes a variety of foods can significantly improve the quality of life and disease resistance in older adults.
Second, excessive disinfection. Dr. Lee detailed the common beneficial flora on the skin and their role, how to maintain a healthy skin environment through proper cleansing rather than over-disinfection. Proper exposure to environmental microbes can strengthen the body's immune defense system, not weaken it.
Finally, Mr. Guo overlooked the importance of physical exercise. Despite his regular routine, the lack of adequate physical activity caused his physical functions to gradually decline, including his immunity.
Dr. Lee has shown that regular moderate-intensity exercise can enhance immune cell activity in older adults, thereby improving protection against various diseases. Moderate intensity exercise, such as brisk walking or swimming, several times a week can significantly reduce the rate of infections in older people, such as respiratory diseases and meningitis.
"Hey, Uncle Guo, you have to be flexible, don't always be stubborn, be a little more diverse, it's much better for your body. ”
Dr. Li said that he showed some simple home exercises, such as chair exercises, and how to set up a small fitness environment at home, with the aim of motivating Mr. Kwok to change his habits.
At this time, Uncle Guo's family suddenly raised a question, which is also a common question for many elderly people: "Dr. Li, I have listened to what you said, but I still have a pimple in my heart." I've heard before that too much exercise can make the elderly tired easily, and maybe even injured by a fall or something, is it safe?"
Dr. Lee smiled and replied in his approachable tone, "That's a good question. Indeed, for the elderly, exercise should be safe and moderate.
You don't have to worry about overdoing it, though. We recommend some activities with high safety and moderate intensity, such as walking, chair exercises, etc., the key is to pay attention to the method and intensity, and there must be the right guidance.
In fact, exercising in moderation can not only boost your immunity, but also strengthen your muscles and reduce the risk of disease. Our hospital has a dedicated rehabilitation unit that can create a personalized exercise schedule for you that is both safe and effective. ”
Dr. Lee went on to provide examples of previous patients who had experienced significant improvements in their overall health and the relief of their concerns about joint pain and fatigue after participating in a moderate exercise program organized by the hospital.
Through such a specific and vivid explanation, Uncle Guo's family seemed to have a more intuitive understanding and acceptance of the benefits of sports, and he nodded with a relieved smile.
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