Russian endocrinologist and nutritionist, Oksana Mikhalevna, stated that eating some food products may have negative effects on health in elderly people.
In an interview with the “RIAMO” website, the doctor said: “There are many foodstuffs that negatively affect the health of the elderly, including cooked meat. Excessive amounts of them may lead to cancer of the stomach, bladder, and reproductive system. In addition, they contain large amounts of fat.” And cholesterol, which leads to the development of diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure.”
The doctor also pointed out that the elderly should avoid dairy products that contain high levels of fat, such as some types of cheese, for example, although some of them are considered an important source of calcium. Eating 20 to 30 grams of cheese daily will not be harmful, but eating large amounts of It may significantly increase the risk of high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, and kidney function disorder.
According to the doctor, some types of baked goods that contain white flour may be harmful to the elderly, because they contain large amounts of carbohydrates that cause obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Revealing two tips to reduce the risk of bowel cancer
There are many potential risk factors for developing bowel cancer, but an expert has revealed the two most important things you can do to reduce the risk of the malignant disease.
Oncologist, Orsina Teitelbaum, explained that it is difficult to detect bowel cancer early because the symptoms are often ignored.
So, Teitelbaum revealed two tips that she follows “personally” to protect herself from bowel cancer:
- Do not ignore abnormal symptoms or warning signs (even if you are young)
Ignoring unusual health symptoms may delay diagnosis and reduce your chances of survival.
“Be aware of any changes in bowel habits,” Teitelbaum warns. “If you are defecating as usual but later become constipated frequently, or you notice blood in your stool and have abdominal pain, it is worth talking to your doctor.”
She also said you should talk to a doctor if you experience unexplained diarrhea, fatigue or sudden anemia.
Other symptoms of bowel cancer can include: rectal bleeding, anal or rectal pain, and unexpected weight loss.
- Follow an active lifestyle with a healthy diet
Bowel cancer is usually associated with poor lifestyle choices, such as cigarette smoking, alcohol consumption, and physical inactivity.
Red meat and processed foods are linked to an increased risk of bowel cancer.
“There is no perfect predictor of colon cancer, but globally, a healthy lifestyle may help avoid it,” Teitelbaum explained.
The British National Health Service says that bowel cancer can be caused by genetic changes, lifestyle and environmental factors.
But having certain health conditions can make you more susceptible to bowel cancer.
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