Are you over 60 years old? Avoid these 7 habits that are destroying your body
The habits that harm the body after 60 years are named (photo: Freepik)
At the age of 60, the human body undergoes many changes, so it is important to carefully monitor the body. You should avoid certain habits that can only harm you, reports Eat This, Not That.
Insufficient amount of prebiotics in the diet
Nutritionist Kara Landau said that prebiotics are nutrients that feed beneficial intestinal bacteria.
"As we age, the diversity of the gut naturally decreases, and this can have a negative impact on many aspects of health, including hormones responsible for satiety and weight control and overall metabolic health," the expert noted.
Foods rich in prebiotics, such as onions, garlic, boiled and then cooled potatoes and rice, legumes, and lentils, as well as nuts such as cashews and pistachios. They are able to maintain the content of beneficial bacteria in the intestines.
Eat too many sweets
Sugar is in the diet more often than you might think. You can get it from added sugar in ready-made sauces and dressings.
Be sure to check the ingredients of foods before buying them.
Insufficient amount of Omega-3
It is important to consciously include more healthy omega-3 fatty acids and look for foods with added plant sterols, such as oily fish, algae-based foods, walnuts, and flaxseeds.
Such foods are good for the heart and can keep cholesterol levels in the body normal.
Insufficient protein
Getting enough protein in your diet is important at any age. That's because it can help maintain muscle mass, strength, and bone health, and is one of the best ways to help you lose weight.
People over 60 are more prone to muscle loss, and not getting enough protein throughout the day can accelerate this process.
That's why you should include more foods like eggs, salmon, beef, chicken, or turkey in your diet.
Inadequate water drinking
Another common habit to avoid at the age of 60 is dehydration and not drinking enough water.
Lisa Young, PhD, said that people aged 60 and over are more likely to suffer from dehydration. Therefore, it is necessary to drink the required amount of water every day.
Eating late in the evening
Often people eat ultra-processed junk food late at night, which leads to overeating.
And this is associated with weight gain, blood sugar fluctuations, and diabetes.
Low-fiber diet
One of the worst eating habits is not getting enough fiber in your daily diet, as this nutrient is key to a healthy life.
Be sure to include soluble fiber to feed the beneficial bacteria that live in the gut and improve nutrient absorption, reduce inflammation, and positively affect mood.
To get a good dose of fiber, try including foods like berries, oatmeal, apples, beans, or chickpeas in your daily diet.
Earlier, we reported on "healthy" foods that lead to sudden weight gain.
Read also about 5 healthy cereals that are easy to find in any store.
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