Famous Russian nutritionist Margarita Koroleva told what kind of bread to eat in old age.
The Queen said that the most useful in the diet of older people is whole wheat bread. In a commentary to Moscow 24, the doctor noted that such bread is a source of a large amount of vegetable fibers (fiber), which have a beneficial effect on the intestinal tract.
“Vegetable fiber stimulates intestinal motility. Motor skills are very important for the elderly, because they mostly lead a sedentary lifestyle and suffer from constipation,” shared the doctor of medical sciences.
In addition, whole grain bread provides the body with B vitamins. Getting this group of vitamins is very important, they are involved in many body processes: for example, they are involved in the production of thyroid hormones. In addition, they are necessary for good neurological health, prevention of emotional problems and insomnia, weak immunity.
Continuing the topic, Margarita Koroleva added that older people need to eat less white bread:
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“White bread, its crumb, is just that sticky substance that disrupts the activity of the intestines.”
The nutritionist warned that the passion for white bread can disrupt the work of the villi in the small intestine. This will lead to the fact that the body will be much worse able to absorb important nutrients for it – vitamins, minerals, trace elements, protein. Digestion in general may also worsen.
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Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote about which side dishes are considered the most useful.
Important! Information provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. Seek medical attention at the first sign of illness.
Margarita Koroleva healthy lifestyle physician, nutritionist, doctor of medical sciences