It may be beneficial to eat a large breakfast, a substantial lunch and a lighter dinner. According to Sky TG24, this can aid digestion and reduce problems such as acid reflux.
Lunch could, for example, consist of pasta with vegetables and legumes.
Another option is meat or fish with vegetables, some bread and fruit. In the evening, lighter foods such as soup or rice with vegetables are recommended.
Cut down on sugar
The diet should include carbohydrates, protein, fibre and healthy fats. Sky TG24 also reports that processed foods high in sugar, fat and salt should be limited.
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Sweets do not need to be eliminated from the diet entirely, but should be eaten in moderation.
Fruit, nuts and dark chocolate are highlighted as options.
It is also important to drink enough fluids. The sensation of thirst can become weaker with age, so older people should remember to drink regularly, especially in hot weather.
The body's needs change
The basic principles of the Mediterranean diet still apply. The diet should include whole grains, fruit, vegetables and a variety of protein sources, with an emphasis on legumes.
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The most significant change occurs after the age of 65. According to Il Messaggero, nutrition expert Romina Cervigni explains that both muscle mass and bone density decline with age.
For this reason, protein intake should be around 20 percent higher than earlier in adulthood and tailored to the individual.
Meat, cheese and eggs are among the foods that can provide animal protein. According to Cervigni, the right diet after the age of 65 can help maintain good health for longer.
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