Lowering High Cholesterol for Senior Citizens
Half of American adults exceed 200 mg/dL cholesterol boosting heart disease and stroke risk. Seniors can cut cholesterol by diet, weight loss, and exercise, with medical help if needed. Eat low saturated fat foods, increase fruits vegetables grains and lean proteins. limit fats and oils. prefer grilling and broiling. use low fat dairy and egg whites. seek guidance from doctors and nurses.
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Nutrition guidance for senior citizens diet and health
Senior citizens should eat a varied diet with five servings of fruits and vegetables daily, include calcium rich foods and fluids, and limit saturated fats. Vitamin D and multivitamins may help, while Omega-3s and olive oil are favored. Avoid refined fats and high glycemic foods to reduce disease risk.
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