Apples not only have the meaning of "peace and security", but also apples can also prevent diseases and delay aging, which is not only good for the elderly, but also nutritious. Next, I will introduce the benefits of eating more apples for the elderly and the 3 principles that the elderly need to follow when eating fruits for your reference.

There are many benefits for the elderly to eat more apples

1. Prevention and treatment of fatigue.

Due to the physiological deterioration of the function and physiology of the body's organs, the metabolism of the elderly is relatively poor, so the accumulation of acidic substances in the body is excessive, and fatigue is easily generated. The fruit acids in apples neutralize the acids in the body, which not only prevents fatigue, but also promotes its disappearance.

2. Prevention and treatment of coronary heart disease.

Apples are rich in polysaccharic acid, flavonoids, potassium, vitamins E, C and other nutrients, which can decompose the fat accumulated in the body, avoid excessive body fat, and reduce the burden on the heart. In addition, apples can also improve the detoxification ability of the liver, reduce blood cholesterol and blood lipid content, slow down the process of arteriosclerosis in the elderly, and effectively prevent coronary heart disease.

3. Delay aging.

The fruit acids and vitamins in apples can make people's skin delicate and moisturized, and help delay the appearance of age spots.

4. Prevention and treatment of hypertension.

Some elderly people develop high blood pressure due to excessive sodium intake.Apples are rich in potassium, cellulose and fruit acid, which is conducive to the digestion and excretion of sodium and salt calcium in the body, so it can effectively prevent and treat high blood pressure.

5. Prevention and treatment of cancer.

Apples contain more fine cellulose and vitamin C, through which they stimulate the peristalsis of the digestive system, so that the carcinogens accumulated in the intestines can be excreted from the body as soon as possible, and at the same time, they can also inhibit the formation of carcinogens ———nitrosamines, promote the production of antibodies, enhance the phagocytic function of cells, and improve the body's antiviral and anti-cancer capabilities.

6. Reduce the burden of the pancreas in diabetic patients.

Apples are relatively low in sugar, which can reduce the burden on the patient's pancreas, help them absorb rich vitamins, minerals and pectin, and balance the diet. Many of these trace elements are also very helpful for increasing and improving the activity of insulin in diabetic patients.

The elderly eat fruit 3 principle

1. Eat fruit after meals

The gastrointestinal function of the elderly is weaker, and the gastrointestinal peristalsis is slower, which is more likely to lead to constipation. Even if you want to eat fruit, you should eat it 2~0 hours after meals.

2. It is best to eat fruits in season

Different fruits are eaten in different seasons. If watermelon has the effect of relieving heat and clearing heat, it should be eaten in summer, if you eat watermelon in winter, it will accumulate cold and phlegm, which is not conducive to digestion.

3. Eat fruits in moderation

The gastrointestinal function of the elderly is weak, and eating too much is not good for health. For example, oranges have a lot of fruit acids, which have a certain stimulating effect on the stomach, eat up to 3~0 per day, don't eat more.