It is normal that as we age, our bodies deteriorate, especially our brains. One of the causes is inadequate nutrition. Doctors have opened 4 sources for the elderly, easy to buy and can be eaten every day.

It is estimated that in 2030 the number of patients in Thailand will rise to 1,117,000 people. And of course, as people age, their bodies deteriorate over time, especially in terms of the nervous system and brain. Currently, it has been found that there are a large number. Of elderly people suffering. From dementia, and the number is expected to continue to increase. This is because they do not receive enough nutrients to meet their needs, เล่นเกมคาสิโน UFABET ทันสมัย ฝากถอนง่าย. causing the nervous system and brain to deteriorate faster than they should. 

Therefore, starting to take care of your health by choosing to eat foods that contain nutrients that are suitable for the elderly can slow down the deterioration of the nervous system and brain.

Brain food for the elderly

Vitamin B

The efficient functioning of the body’s central nervous system depends on the regular intake of nutrients, especially vitamins B6 and B12. We often find that older people lack vitamin B12 because their bodies have a harder time absorbing vitamin B12 from food. Brain function is therefore affected. Vitamins B6 and 12 are found in meat, eggs, and milk. Vitamin B9 ( folate) is often found in grains, dried beans. And soy products such as soy milk and tofu.

Vitamin B is a substance that helps nourish the nerves, helps with memory, prevents Alzheimer’s disease and helps nourish other nervous systems of the body to work efficiently. And Vitamin B6 also helps enhance the absorption of amino acids, which are important foundations of protein to strengthen the nervous system and brain.

Omega 3

It can be found in deep-sea fish such as salmon or can be easily purchased. And inexpensively in places such as mackerel, king mackerel, white pomfret, cotton fish, sea bass, etc.

Omega 3 from deep-sea fish: These fish contain essential fatty acids in sufficient quantities to help strengthen the nervous system and brain, help with memory, and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. It also helps nourish the heart and joints.

Antioxidant group

For example, vitamin C and vitamin E include green leafy vegetables and colorful fruits, citrus fruits, especially berries which are rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, brown rice or parboiled rice which has vitamin B complex, vitamin E and other minerals, all of which are nutrients that can fight free radicals.

It can help prevent deterioration in the body, prevent the brain from deteriorating quickly, prevent short-term memory loss, help increase the number of nerve cells in the hippocampus, which is directly responsible for memory, and also helps nourish the nervous system in terms of vision. And green leafy vegetables are a food that contains folic acid, which contains substances that help nourish the brain and help control emotions to be in a normal state.

Lecithin

When the body receives lecithin, it changes into a substance called “choline”. And choline is synthesized by nerve cells called “acetylcholine”. It is found in large amounts in chicken eggs and is an essential nutrient. For the creation of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine. In addition to chicken eggs. It is also found in soybeans, peanuts, sunflower seeds, wheat germ. And yellow corn. Choline plays an important role in the development of brain function and memory.

In addition, drinking enough water helps the cells in the body, including brain cells. To work more efficiently because every cell in the body requires water, plus 3 out of 4 of the human brain is composed of water. Therefore, water is important and should not be overlooked. You should drink at least 6-8 glasses a day.

Foods that seniors should avoid

• Foods in the saturated fat group from animals include pork fat, chicken fat, butter, artificial butter, creamer, margarine.
• Foods in the saturated fat group from plants include coconut milk, palm oil, and coconut oil.
• Foods high in sugar, such as desserts or beverages, because the sweetness causes inflammation in the body. Causing nerve cells connected to the brain to be damaged or not functioning well, which may eventually affect the brain.

In addition to choosing foods that nourish the brain for the elderly. Another thing that should not be overlooked is nourishing the brain of the elderly in other ways. Such as brain training and regular exercise. Which will help increase the amount of oxygen that goes into the brain. In addition, getting enough rest is also necessary and helps reduce short-term memory loss in the elderly.