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"Ah, why have you been feeling unwell lately?" Li Zhimeng complained to Aunt Wang. The retired post office worker has developed the habit of eating some tofu every day, believing that it will increase the flavor of his meals while replenishing protein.
Aunt Wang frowned after hearing this, shook her head and said, "Tofu, don't look at it and taste delicious, in fact, it may not be suitable for eating every day." You have been feeling unwell lately, and it may have something to do with this. ”
Li Zhimeng was shocked when he heard this, although he liked the bright salty aroma very much, but his physical discomfort made him have to reconsider his eating habits.
At the hospital, the doctor carefully inquired about Li Zhimeng's recent physical condition. After the results of the physical examination came out, the doctor pointed out that Li Zhimeng's blood pressure and blood sugar were a little high, which may be related to his long-term consumption of tofu. Although tofu is delicious, it may have adverse effects on blood pressure and blood sugar due to its high salt and seasoning properties.
"Lao Li, although tofu can be eaten occasionally, it is recommended that you reduce your intake, especially at your current age, you should pay more attention to these." The doctor's words were serious and caring, which made Li Zhimeng's attitude towards tofu change 180 degrees.
He decided to adjust his diet when he returned home, try to avoid too much salty food and heavily seasoned food, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
As a traditional fermented food, tofu is often referred to as "Oriental cheese". It is delicious and adds flavor to the dish, but it may not be wise for older people to consume it in excess.
We need to understand that tofu is very high in salt, and that too much salt can increase our own risk of cardiovascular disease, especially for older people who already have a history of high blood pressure.
In the process of making tofu, a large amount of salt is used to sterilize and ferment, which makes the final product much higher in sodium than many other foods.
In addition, sodium can also affect the calcium balance in the body and increase the risk of osteoporosis, which is especially important for older adults to maintain bone health, as osteoporosis can make them more susceptible to fractures.
Let's talk about the seasoning of tofu milk. In order to enhance the taste, many tofu products add a lot of flavoring agents, such as monosodium glutamate and other flavor enhancers, which can have adverse effects on the nervous system when consumed in excess.
While the health effects of MSG are still controversial, it is best for older adults to take a cautious approach and minimize the intake of such additives.
However, active substances such as histamine, which may be produced during the fermentation of tofu milk, may trigger allergic reactions such as headaches, rashes, and even breathing difficulties in people with histamine allergies.
Older people are less tolerant of allergic reactions, so they need to be especially careful when consuming foods that contain potential allergens.
When discussing the eating habits of the elderly, in addition to avoiding foods with high salt content such as tofu and milk, there are several other types of foods that should also be included in the list of "eat less" or "don't eat".
Not only is this because they can have a negative impact on health, but also because older people have very different body functions and metabolic rates than they did when they were younger, with reduced digestion and absorption, and increased sensitivity to certain ingredients.
Foods high in sugar should also be eaten with caution. As the elderly age, their ability to regulate blood sugar weakens, and high-sugar foods can easily cause blood sugar fluctuations, causing or aggravating diabetes.
Such foods include, but are not limited to, desserts, sweets, sugary drinks, etc., and our excessive sugar intake can not only lead to blood sugar problems, but can also lead to obesity and increase the risk of other chronic diseases.
When it comes to white pasta, it's really a bit less. For example, white bread, white rice, and those fine noodles and pasta, although these things are easy to eat, they are low in fiber, and eating too much is not good for the intestines, easy to constipation, and will quickly turn into sugar, so that blood sugar will go up all of a sudden.
If you want me to say, it is better for the elderly to eat more whole grains and fiber-rich foods, which not only helps digestion, but also provides a more balanced energy, which is much better for the body.
In order to maintain the health of the elderly, it is important to adjust the dietary structure appropriately, reduce the intake of high-salt, high-fat and high-sugar foods, and increase the intake of fiber and essential nutrients to maintain physical fitness and prevent chronic diseases. With such dietary adjustments, seniors can not only enjoy good food, but also maintain good health and vitality.
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