If there are elderly people at home, they are like treasures. To care for the health of the elderly, we need to start with prevention. Let's take a look at the four preventions for elderly health together!
Prevention of Four Diseases in the Elderly
1. Heart Disease
It is currently autumn and winter, which is the peak season for cardiovascular diseases. During this period, it is important to take care of the elderly at home as they are prone to sudden death.
To prevent heart disease, it is best to eat more vegetables and massage the abdomen to prevent constipation.
2. Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis has hidden symptoms and is difficult to detect before it causes fractures or other adverse consequences.
Osteoporosis mostly occurs in the elderly. With the increasing aging population, osteoporosis has become a social issue.
3. Diabetes
The majority of elderly people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes. The overall prevalence of diabetes in the elderly is higher in developed countries than in developing countries, higher in northern China than in southern China, higher in urban areas than in rural areas, with no significant gender differences.
4. Cancer
Globally, 1 out of every 6 deaths is due to cancer. Cancer has become the number one killer of human health.
China accounts for 19.31% of the global cancer incidence rate. Population aging is a major factor contributing to the high incidence of cancer in China.
Foods that Promote Elderly Health
1. Corn
Corn contains a large amount of lecithin, linolenic acid, phytosterols, and vitamin E, so it is not easily prone to high blood pressure and arteriosclerosis.
Corn, along with rice and wheat, is recognized as one of the world's three major crops and is an essential staple food for long-lived elderly people.
2. Millet
Millet is a favorite nourishing food for the elderly. Elderly people who are weak and sick often use millet to nourish their bodies.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that millet benefits the five internal organs, nourishes the intestines and stomach, replenishes body fluids, strengthens muscles and bones, and promotes muscle growth.
3. Tofu
Tofu is mainly composed of protein and isoflavones. Tofu has the effects of replenishing qi, tonifying deficiency, reducing blood lead levels, protecting the liver, and promoting body metabolism. Regular consumption of tofu is beneficial for health and intellectual development.
Elderly people who often eat tofu have good therapeutic effects on conditions such as arteriosclerosis and osteoporosis.
4. Onion
Many people are cautious when eating vegetables and tend to pick out onions. This is a big mistake.
Onions contain a large amount of flavonoids that protect the heart. Eating half an onion raw or drinking an equal amount of onion juice every day can increase the "good cholesterol" in heart disease patients by about 30%.
