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“Lao Liu, you should eat less peas and mint.” The doctor looked at the examination report and said with great concern.
“Lao Liu, you should eat less peas and mint.” The doctor looked at the examination report and said with great concern.
Lao Liu is a retired bookstore owner, 68 years old this year, usually in good health. Last weekend, Lao Liu went hiking in the mountains with a few friends, but the weather was too hot and Lao Liu suffered from heat stroke. His friends quickly took him to the hospital, and after a check-up, the doctor found several hidden illnesses.
“Doctor, this really scared me this time.” Lao Liu said weakly, “I usually pay attention to my diet, why did this happen?”
The doctor sighed, “Lao Liu, heat stroke was the trigger this time, but we found that your blood pressure is high and your blood sugar has some issues.”
Lao Liu looked puzzled, “I usually pay attention to my diet, how could this happen?”
The doctor continued to explain, “Lao Liu, some foods may seem healthy, but in fact, they are not good for the elderly. Foods like peas and mint, many people think they are nutritious, but in reality, they can put a certain burden on the digestive system and metabolism of elderly people.”
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Lao Liu was puzzled, “Peas and mint? Aren’t they good things?”
The doctor nodded, “Yes, they are good things in themselves, but for the elderly, they must be consumed with caution. Peas are rich in protein and dietary fiber, but their antinutritional factors can affect mineral absorption and prolonged excessive consumption may lead to malnutrition. Mint, although cooling and fever-relieving, has a stimulating effect on the gastrointestinal tract, and can easily cause stomach pain, diarrhea, and other issues.”
Lao Liu listened with some unease, “Then I won’t eat them in the future, besides these two, what else should I pay attention to?”
The doctor continued, “There is another type of food, which is pickled foods. Pickled foods contain high levels of salt and nitrites, consuming them for a long time can increase the risk of high blood pressure and stomach cancer.”
Lao Liu frowned, “It seems like I need to change my usual diet habits.”
The doctor smiled, “Yes, a healthy diet is very important. You should eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, reduce consumption of high-salt and high-sugar foods, and maintain a balanced diet.”
Lao Liu gratefully said, “Thank you, doctor, I will pay attention to it when I go back.”
After the doctor’s explanation, Lao Liu understood some misconceptions about his diet and learned how to have a scientifically healthy diet. When he returned home, he immediately shared this information with his spouse, who also found it reasonable and quickly adjusted the family’s diet structure.
A few weeks later, Lao Liu’s health had significantly improved. He not only felt rejuvenated but also his blood pressure and blood sugar levels were approaching normal. When he met his friends again, Lao Liu enthusiastically shared his health insights, and everyone felt greatly benefited.
Curious friend Lao Zhang asked, “Lao Liu, I really didn’t know about these things you mentioned before. Besides peas, mint, and pickled foods, what other dietary habits do we tend to overlook, but have a major impact on health?”
Lao Liu smiled, “I asked the doctor the same question, and the doctor said that long-term consumption of high-fat, high-sugar foods and excessive alcohol can be harmful to health.”
Lao Zhang nodded, “I’ve heard about these, but how exactly should we handle them?”
Lao Liu said, “First, reduce the intake of high-fat and high-sugar foods, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, maintain a balanced diet; second, try to avoid excessive alcohol consumption, as alcohol has a significant impact on the liver and cardiovascular system; finally, cultivate good dietary habits, eat regularly and in moderation, drink more water, and maintain good metabolism.”
Listening, Lao Zhang pondered, “It seems that a healthy lifestyle is really important, we need to learn well.”
Lao Liu said with a smile, “Yes, only a scientifically reasonable lifestyle can ensure our long-term health.”
Through this experience, Lao Liu not only learned a lot of health knowledge but also became a health advocate for his friends. Under his influence, everyone gradually changed their unhealthy habits and adopted a healthier lifestyle.
But Lao Liu still had a question in his mind: Since some foods are not good for the elderly, are there any foods in daily diet that are particularly suitable for the elderly?
Upon hearing this question, the doctor smiled slightly and said, “In fact, there are many foods that are particularly suitable for the elderly. For example, dark leafy vegetables, whole grains, fish, etc.”
Curious, Lao Liu asked, “What are the specific benefits of these foods for the elderly?”
The doctor explained:
Fish is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health and brain function.
Lao Liu nodded, “How should we combine these foods?”
The doctor said, “First, you can include an appropriate amount of dark leafy vegetables in every meal, such as spinach; second, replace refined grains with whole grains, such as using oats instead of refined cereals; finally, eat fish at least twice a week, choosing deep-sea fish like salmon, sardines, etc.”
Lao Liu gratefully said, “Thank you, doctor, your advice is truly valuable.”
The doctor smiled and said, “A healthy diet is something everyone should take seriously. Only by maintaining good dietary habits can we have a healthy body.”
Through Lao Liu’s efforts, his community gradually developed healthy eating habits, and everyone’s health condition significantly improved.
Summary:
Peas are rich in protein and dietary fiber, but their antinutritional factors can affect mineral absorption, prolonged excessive consumption may lead to malnutrition. While mint has cooling and fever-relieving properties, it has a stimulating effect on the gastrointestinal tract, easily causing stomach pain, diarrhea, and other problems.
Pickled foods contain high levels of salt and nitrites that can increase the risk of high blood pressure and stomach cancer with prolonged consumption.
Reduce consumption of high-fat and high-sugar foods, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, maintain a balanced diet;
Secondly, try to avoid excessive alcohol consumption, as alcohol has significant harm on the liver and cardiovascular system;
Finally, develop good dietary habits, eat regularly and in moderation, avoid overeating, drink plenty of water.
Peas are rich in protein and dietary fiber, but their antinutritional factors can affect mineral absorption, prolonged excessive consumption may lead to malnutrition. While mint has cooling and fever-relieving properties, it has a stimulating effect on the gastrointestinal tract, easily causing stomach pain, diarrhea, and other problems.
Pickled foods contain high levels of salt and nitrites that can increase the risk of high blood pressure and stomach cancer with prolonged consumption.
Reduce consumption of high-fat and high-sugar foods, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, maintain a balanced diet;
Secondly, try to avoid excessive alcohol consumption, as alcohol has significant harm on the liver and cardiovascular system;
Finally, develop good dietary habits, eat regularly and in moderation, avoid overeating, drink plenty of water.
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Author: Gu Lu Zhou
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References
[1] Jiang Feng. Peas dyed into “fresh green peas” Overeating can cause cancer [N]. Grain and Oil Market Report, 2010-11-06(A02).
