Dietician Elena Solomatina: eating millet porridge is very useful for many older people.
Dietician Elena Solomatina noted the benefits of millet porridge as a source of important vitamins . In particular, vitamin PP, present in millet porridge, enhances protection against heart disease.
“This porridge contains vitamin PP, which protects against atherosclerosis and the development of cardiovascular diseases,” Solomatina told Moscow 24 .
Millet is also useful for the cardiovascular system because it contains microelements that have a positive effect on its functioning – magnesium and potassium. It also contains fluorine and calcium.
In addition, millet provides the body with B vitamins necessary for the healthy functioning of the nervous system. Solomatina stated that millet porridge should, in the absence of individual contraindications, be included in the diet of older people – its consumption improves their protection against the onset of age-related pathologies.
Who should not eat millet porridge? People with gastrointestinal diseases and hypothyroidism – millet impairs iodine absorption.
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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.
Elena Solomatina Healthy lifestyle nutritionist, candidate of medical sciences