For people nowadays, a slow-paced lifestyle is a luxury. Many times, we know that this lifestyle is not good and we want to slow down, but it seems difficult. Whether it is elderly or young people, they seem to be accustomed to this lifestyle. But there are a few things that the elderly must take it slow. Let's take a look together with me!
The following are a few things that the elderly must take it slow
For the elderly, some of their daily actions can cause harm to their bodies and are not conducive to health. The following are a few things that the elderly must take it slow.
1. Get up slowly
In the early morning, cerebrovascular accidents are prone to occur. Elderly people with heart disease or hypertension should not rush to get up. They should lie down for a while after waking up, stretch their bodies, and allow the blood to flow slowly.
2. Urinate slowly
Some elderly people do not want to get up in the middle of the night to urinate. When they wake up in the morning, they may feel an urgent need to urinate and cannot wait to go to the bathroom. However, if urination is too fast, emptying the bladder can easily cause dizziness or even micturition syncope.
3. Eat slowly
For the elderly, if they do not chew their food thoroughly, rough food can increase the burden on the stomach. The elderly must chew their food slowly and swallow it. It is best to chew each mouthful of food 25-50 times to help digestion.
4. Bend down slowly
Bending down too quickly or abruptly raising the head can easily cause postural hypotension and even strain the lower back. It is best for the elderly to avoid such movements as much as possible. If it is necessary to pick up something, it is best to hold onto a table or chair to have a point of support.
5. Go up and down the stairs slowly
The elderly have poor control and coordination of their legs. For example, they may want to put their feet on the steps, but they may end up with their feet hanging in mid-air. When they realize that something is wrong, they may not be able to correct it in time.
The following are some misconceptions that the elderly should avoid in health care
1. Sleep well is better than eating well
There is a saying that "sleeping until dawn is better than eating ginseng" in folk culture. It means that adequate sleep is more important than eating well.
2. Singing is better than just listening
Listening to music to alleviate loneliness is a common hobby among many elderly people. However, if you want to achieve the effect of prolonging life, just listening is not enough. It is best for the elderly to sing along.
3. Walking is better than running
Exercise is beneficial for longevity, but it should be done within one's own limits. Some elderly people like to run during morning exercises, which is not recommended. When running, the body's oxygen consumption increases, leading to shortness of breath and hypoxia.
4. Food supplements are better than medicine supplements
Nowadays, more and more elderly people are pursuing the effects of oral liquid and vitamin tablets for supplementing their health. In fact, regardless of any health supplement, there are risks such as unknown ingredients, inappropriate medication, and excessive use. In comparison, food supplements come from daily food, although their effects are slow, they are gentle.
Recommended health care products for the elderly
1. Corn
Corn, along with rice and wheat, is known as one of the world's three major crops. It is a recognized "golden crop" and a staple food that the elderly cannot do without.
2. Millet
Millet is the favorite nourishing food for the elderly. It is often used to nourish the body of the weak and sickly elderly.
3. Tofu
Tofu is mainly composed of protein and carotene. Tofu has the functions of invigorating Qi, nourishing the body, protecting the liver, and promoting metabolism. Regular consumption of tofu is beneficial to health and intellectual development.
4. Carrots
Carrots contain high levels of vitamin A and are extremely rich in carotene. Studies have shown that carrots provide various nutrients that help resist heart disease, stroke, hypertension, and arteriosclerosis.
