Foods suitable for the elderly to eat in winter

Cold winter will cause more of the nutrients ingested by the human body to be converted into heat energy to resist the cold, while low temperature will reduce blood calcium, reduce the function of the immune system, and reduce resistance to pathogens, resulting in frequent upper respiratory tract infections and gastrointestinal inflammation.

The elderly are physically weak and should consume sufficient protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals in winter.

　[Soybean sprouts]

Soybean sprouts are the product of germination of soybeans soaked in water. During this process, under the action of its own enzymes, the protein structure of soybeans becomes loose, the digestibility and biological potency of the protein are improved, and the content of vitamins B1, B2, C and water-soluble fiber increases, making it an ideal highly nutritious vegetable.

　[Milk]

Milk is one of the best sources of nutrients for the human body. Protein contains 9 essential amino acids for the human body; fat particles are small and highly dispersed, so the digestibility is high; the carbohydrates in milk are mainly lactose, which is beneficial to the reproduction of lactic acid bacteria and inhibits the growth of spoilage bacteria.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that milk has a sweet and flat taste, and has the functions of nourishing the body, promoting fluid production, moistening the intestines, and quenching thirst. Special attention needs to be paid to calcium supplementation in winter, and the calcium in milk is not only rich but also easily absorbed.