In the quiet night, when everything is silent, many elderly people have the habit of drinking water before going to bed, thinking that this can not only replenish the body's water, but also help sleep. However, doctors have repeatedly reminded the elderly to drink water before going to bed, and not all water is suitable. In particular, there are three kinds of water, and you would rather be thirsty than endure not drinking it. This sounds mysterious, but in fact it is deeply rooted in scientific principles, not nonsense. The purpose of this article is to uncover the mysteries of this period and help you take care of the elderly in your family and enjoy the joy of family life.
Water is an indispensable element of the human body, which participates in and promotes various metabolic activities of the body. But different waters, with their different compositions and properties, have different effects on the body. Due to the decline in physical function of the elderly, the metabolism of certain substances is weakened, so it is more necessary to choose drinking water carefully.
What are the three kinds of water that the elderly should not drink before going to bed?
The first is water that is too hot or too cold. Warm water can damage the esophageal mucosa and increase the risk of esophageal cancer, while cold water can irritate the gastrointestinal tract and interfere with digestion. This is like a winter eclipse of ice cream, although it is temporarily cool, but in the long run, it will damage the health of the body. Therefore, the elderly should choose warm boiled water with a moderate temperature when drinking water before going to bed, which can not only replenish water but also not cause harm to the body.
The second type is water that contains too much caffeine or sugar. Caffeine, as a stimulant, is easy to disturb the sleep of the elderly, and too much sugar will increase the burden on the body and hinder health. It's like drinking a cup of strong coffee or sweet drink before bed, although it can temporarily refresh the mind or satisfy the appetite, but in the long run, it can lead to insomnia, obesity and other problems. Therefore, the elderly should avoid drinking beverages containing caffeine or sugar before going to bed, and can choose light tea or plain water.
The third type of water is untreated raw water or mixed with unclean substances, so it should be drunk with caution. This kind of water may contain bacteria, viruses and other harmful substances, and drinking it is easy to cause gastrointestinal discomfort or even infection. It's like drinking river or well water without sanitation, which may seem like quenching your thirst, but it actually carries huge health risks. Therefore, when the elderly drink water before going to bed, they must choose purified water to ensure that the water quality is safe.
Grandma Zhang is a retired teacher who has a regular life, but in recent years she has often suffered from insomnia. She smelled that drinking water before going to bed can help her sleep peacefully, and since then, she has insisted on drinking a pool of water every day to nourish her mind and calm her mind. However, she didn't notice that she was drinking a caffeinated beverage. Over time, her insomnia symptoms did not improve, but became more and more severe. Later, on the advice of her doctor, she switched to warm water and avoided caffeinated beverages, and her insomnia gradually eased.
This example clearly shows that the key to health is to choose water carefully for the elderly. It is a good habit to drink water before going to bed, but you should also pay attention to the quality and type of water to protect your health. Otherwise, not only will it not be beneficial to health care, but it may also harm the body, so you should not be careless.
The authoritative views of the medical profession also provide us with solid support and prove that this is true. According to studies, drinking water before bed can indeed help rehydrate the body and boost metabolism, but only if you choose the right water. For the elderly, due to the decline in physical function and metabolic ability, it is more necessary to choose drinking water carefully. Therefore, the doctor's reminder is not based on speculation, but is based on scientific analysis and clinical practice, and is well-founded.
Drinking water before bedtime for the elderly is an issue that needs to be paid attention to. The matter of drinking water is not only about the quantity, but also about the quality and type of water, which should be carefully screened. Only by choosing the right water can it really play a role in health care, so that the elderly can have a healthy and comfortable life in their old age.
In the bits and pieces of life, we may not be able to avoid all the hidden health risks, but as long as we understand and pay attention to them, we can build a solid health defense line for our families. Let's start from now on, starting with choosing the right glass of water to protect the health of your family!
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