From the perspective of nutrition, the high nutritional value of food mainly depends on the amount of protein it contains. According to research, the protein content of Malted Milk is only 20.6% of powdered milk, 13.5% of human milk, and 36.7% of eggs. Drinking 100 grams of Malted Milk provides less protein than eating one egg, powdered milk, or soybean milk. In terms of protein quality, Malted Milk does not have a high nutritional value, as it is comparable to steamed buns and rice. Therefore, it is neither a "high-end nutritional supplement" nor the "best nutritional beverage."
Based on this, experts believe that middle-aged people should not drink Malted Milk regularly. The physiological characteristics of middle-aged people include reduced activity levels and a lower basal metabolic rate. Therefore, the energy supply needs to be reduced. This requires controlling the calorie intake of middle-aged people, reducing the proportion of fats and carbohydrates, and increasing the proportion of high-quality proteins. Malted Milk is a low-protein, high-carbohydrate beverage, with twice the amount of carbohydrates compared to powdered milk. This does not meet the reasonable and nutritional needs of middle-aged people.
Most middle-aged people already consume enough carbohydrates in their diet, so adding Malted Milk to their diet is not beneficial for their health. After carbohydrates are digested and absorbed, they are converted into fat and stored in the body, which can lead to weight gain and cardiovascular diseases. For middle-aged people with hypertension, coronary heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, drinking Malted Milk is not only useless but also harmful.
Middle-aged women should pay attention to a balanced diet. A balanced diet refers to a diet with appropriate ratios of essential nutrients and sufficient quantities of all necessary substances. Scientists believe that a balanced diet can help maintain physical vitality and overall health, which is especially important for middle-aged people. This is because the metabolic balance of middle-aged people is generally in a state of equilibrium, where the intake and excretion of nutrients and other substances are roughly balanced.
When preparing a balanced diet, there are two specific points to consider:
1. Pay attention to the appropriate ratio of various nutrients in the diet. Firstly, it is necessary to ensure that the energy supply matches the individual's activity level and lifestyle. According to German data, the percentage of energy produced by different nutrients should fall within the following ranges: protein 13%-17%, fat 30%-35%, carbohydrates 50%-55%.
2. Arrange other nutrients according to the body's needs. For example, the proportion of amino acids. In addition to the eight essential amino acids, other non-essential amino acids cannot be solely synthesized by the body. They should be supplied through the diet to maintain metabolic balance and meet the body's needs.
