Dietitian Mikhail Ginzburg told how much meat older people should eat.
Protein must be present in the diet of older people – there is a lack of it negatively affects their body and health. The famous Russian nutritionist Mikhail Ginzburg drew attention to the problem of lack of protein in the diet of older people.
In a conversation with Moscow 24, he said that chronic protein malnutrition is one of the factors in the development of sarcopenia – loss of muscle mass. Ginzburg stated that sarcopenia is a dangerous age-related complication that accelerates age-related decrepitude and the onset of death.
In addition, lack of protein in the diet of older people leads to deterioration of immunity
“Immunity depends on protein. He needs an influx of protein food. Protein is also needed for the reproduction of blood cells,” said Mikhail Ginzburg.
The doctor drew attention to the fact that in old age protein must be obtained not only from animal, but also plant foods. Moreover, it is plant sources of protein that should prevail in the diet of the elderly.
“There is evidence showing that the abuse of animal protein in the second half of life accelerates the aging process,” the expert warned.
The doctor advised including sources of vegetable protein such as a variety of legumes in the diet. According to Ginsburg, older adults should eat a serving of legumes every day.
Protein can also be obtained from grains.
As for meat, limit yourself to one or two servings per week.
“Fish is allowed, about three to four servings per week, especially if it is fatty sea fish. Poultry can also be two or three servings a week,” the specialist clarified.
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< b>Important! Information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.
Mikhail Ginzburg Health Director of the Samara Research Institute of Dietetics and Diet Therapy, Doctor of Medical Sciences
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