Page 16 - Seniorstoday February 2024 Issue

Health

6 Foods to Avoid After 60

While they may appear tempting, these foods are laden with unhealthy levels of
sugars, fats, and salt. Consider opting for these alternatives instead, advises
Preeti Singh

Achieving healthy eating habits after the
age of 60 involves a dual effort: increasing
the consumption of nutritious foods like
berries, leafy greens, whole grains, and lean
proteins, while also eliminating foods that
contribute to artery clogging and unwanted
weight gain. The American Heart Association
Rather than strictly prohibiting certain recommends limiting saturated fat to 5-6%
foods (as the desire for chocolate tends of daily calories. Opt for a side salad over
to intensify when forbidden), it’s more restaurant fries and look for food with no
effective to prioritise your health over the more than 2 grams of saturated fat in a
momentary satisfaction these foods might 200-calorie serving.
provide. Instead: Consider using an air fryer for
Here’s a closer look at foods to be cautious healthier alternatives like air-fried fish or
of after the age of 60: veggies roasted in the oven.
Fried Foods with Triple the Calories
Imagine the vat of oil that a basket of fries Sugary Drinks, Including Most Bottled
or onion rings has been submerged in, and Teas
consider the potential negative impact Beware of sweetened beverages, including
of saturated fat on blood cholesterol. bottled teas and fancy coffee drinks. Pay

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