According to nutritionist Mariyat Mukhina, hemp oil is very useful, it is especially recommended to include it in the diet of older people.
Hemp oil contains polyunsaturated fatty acids acids. They are required for brain neurons to work properly, for the synthesis of hormones and fat metabolism. Polyunsaturated fatty acids reduce the level of bad cholesterol, which is often elevated in older people.
Hemp oil contains chlorophyll, which has anti-cancer effects.
—It also improves the skin, hair, nails and will be useful for dermatological diseases, especially psoriasis and neurodermatitis, noted the physician to Moscow 24.
Hemp You should choose only cold-pressed oil. You should not fry on it.
Unsaturated fatty acids are not deposited, but are completely absorbed and actively participate in the regulation of fat metabolism. They must be included in the daily diet because they:
- Support the nervous system.
- Strengthens the immune system. Useful oils for the immune system include hemp, mustard, sesame, grape seed oil and others.
- Help in the fight against cholesterol plaques.
Dietitian Elena Solomatina earlier called flaxseed oil the most beneficial for older people. According to her, it is the leader in the content of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Moderation should be exercised in taking any oil, doctors say. In addition, oil contains a lot of calories.
As MedicForum wrote, according to dietitian and nutritionist Irina Pisareva, people over 50 years old should not include semolina porridge, white rice porridge and oatmeal in their regular diet instant cooking. The top 5 healthy cereals include: buckwheat, wild rice, rolled oats (long-cooked, barley, quinoa.
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