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Tuesday, January 27, 2015

DESIRABLE FOOD HABITS IN OLD AGE

Dr.Sujatha Ramamurti*


1. Eat a balanced diet that includes adequate carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals from natural sources.

2. It is good to eat only when hungry and in moderate quantities.

3. Eat clean, well cooked, warm and easily digestible food.

4. Drink enough (about ten glasses a day) clean boiled and cooled water free from
pollutants.

5. Avoid too hot, spicy, irritant food.

6. Eat slowly and chew the food well.

7. Eat foods rich in fiber and antioxidants (eg., course grain, greens, fibrous fruits and vegetables).

8. If you are a diabetic, hypertensive, heart diseased, or otherwise sick eat as per doctor’s advice.

9. It may be advantageous to take a multi vitamin and mineral supplement (as per RDA).

10. Take a good breakfast, a moderate lunch and a light evening/night meal.  Avoid eating in between meals.

* Prof.of Nutrition, S.V.University, Tirupati-2.