Aging is a process that comes with many changes in both diet and lifestyle. Maintaining a proper diet and healthy lifestyle during this period becomes paramount, especially if your mother is over 50 or 60 years old. As the body’s metabolism and lean body mass begin the process of their degradation, care must be taken to combat it. EffectsAlso read – Muskmelon: 4 Reasons Why You Should Eat Melons Every Day
Invest your time in teaching your mother these 5 common health problems:
- Menopause: Menopause is when a woman stops menstruating or her period comes. For most women, it usually starts between the ages of 45 and 55, but can develop before or after this age range. Some of the symptoms of menopause are hot flush, night sweats, poor concentration, vaginal dryness, anxiety, mood swings etc. Calcium deficiency after menopause can lead to osteoporosis and cardiovascular problems. Therefore, it is important to establish good sleep habits and get plenty of rest. Women should eat foods rich in calcium, vitamin D and magnesium to help maintain bone strength and bone density and prevent osteoporosis. Breathing exercises and meditation help relax the body and mind and are an important aspect of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Thyroid: The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the body’s metabolic rate and maintain the health of our heart, muscles, digestive system, brain and bone structure. Any of these defects can cause severe fluctuations in the body. Feeling lethargic, resistant to weight loss, and hair loss are all symptoms of thyroid. Incorporating foods such as eggs, avocados, berries, yogurt and other green leafy vegetables into the daily diet can help reduce stress and eliminate mineral deficiencies; The root causes of thyroid imbalance.
- Diabetes: Patients with type 2 diabetes generally rely on oral hypoglycemic drugs to maintain blood sugar levels. Evidence suggests that certain foods may help control sugar spikes and improve insulin resistance which may ultimately reduce drug dependence. A diet rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables helps control blood glucose. Along with a balanced diet, a timely breakfast is an important way to control blood sugar in women with diabetes. Eat more home-cooked meals, check out foods and try unsalted tea and coffee. Reduce salt and use black pepper, and use herbs and spices in their place to add extra flavor to food.
- Blood pressure: High blood pressure occurs when blood pushes against the walls of arteries. This can damage blood vessels, heart, brain and other organs. Women, especially those over the age of 35, may suffer from hypertension, stress and poor diet.
- Breast disease: Risk factors for breast cancer include increasing age, family history, early menopause after 55 years, obesity, etc. Encourage your mothers to self-examine regularly. In addition, the annual mammogram should begin at age 40.
There is no doubt that women are more susceptible to certain diseases and ailments than men. Most women neglect their health in favor of their family health. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to your mother’s health as soon as possible. Also read – How can people with diabetes maintain creatinine levels with their diet? Explain the expert
(Inputs by Rohit Shelatkar, VP at Vitabiotics, Fitness and Nutrition Expert) Also read – Mumtaz talks about her struggles and breast cancer history at the hospital: My Iranian skin hurts doctors
