It is an effective and non-invasive solution for the elderly who can take in some common food but not enough to meet all their nutritional needs. It can obtain nutrition, function, clinical and economic aspects through oral dietary supplements (health products) to make up for the inadequate part of food intake. Side benefits. For example, increasing the body's energy and protein intake can increase the body weight of the elderly, reduce the loss of lean tissue groups, increase body functions such as grip strength, improve the quality of life; can supplement the vitamins and micronutrients needed by the body, avoid vitamin B12, folic acid and vitamin D and other vitamins, calcium, iron and other micronutrients. Lack.

So how should we choose nutrition supplements (health products) for our parents? Recommendations should be selected according to their physical condition. For example, protein is the cornerstone of life. Lack of protein in the elderly can lead to immunity decline and disease. If the protein content in the diet is not enough to meet the needs of the body, we should consider appropriate supplementation of protein powder. The common protein powder in the market is whey protein, soybean protein and so on. Whey protein is easy to digest and absorb, and is one of the most efficient proteins. Soybean protein is the only high-quality protein in plants, is the "queen" of plant proteins, and also provides a comprehensive human essential amino acid. For example, most of the dietary intake of calcium in the elderly in China is less than half of the recommended amount in the "Dietary Guidelines for Chinese Residents", so it is just needed to supplement calcium properly to make up for the deficiency. If there are cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health problems, DHA and EPA can be supplemented appropriately to improve blood circulation, reduce cholesterol and prevent thrombosis.

So how can we buy good quality, legal and formal products as children for the so-called health products mixed with fish and dragon in the market? It is suggested that the relevant information on health food should be referred to the official website of the State Food and drug administration. Here are some points that should be paid attention to when purchasing health care products: look at the approval, look at the brand, look at the raw materials. Read an essay

It is safe and reliable to see whether there is a health food label on the package and obtain the certification of health food approved by the State Food and Drug Administration - the small blue cap label and the batch number and production license number of health food.

Look at the brand

Healthcare products market is mixed, choosing brands with high popularity, good brand reputation and transparent and reliable production process is generally more reliable and more reassuring.

Look at the raw materials

Most health products are made of vitamins, minerals and animal and plant extracts. The quality of raw materials is the key to determine the quality of products. There are great differences between animals and plants in different regions and different seasons. For example, when choosing protein powder, we can consider the origin of raw materials is New Zealand. New Zealand is recognized as a high-quality milk source in the world. The natural environment is unique, and the whey protein extracted from milk is of higher quality. Fish oil produced in Norway or Iceland benefits from it. The proportion of EPA and DHA is stable and the cholesterol content is low. Green propolis from the Amazon rainforest in Brazil can enhance the immunity of the body and resist the invasion of various pathogens.

Finally, give special warning.

1. Health food is not a panacea, it can not replace medicine to cure diseases. Its important task is to help us make up for the shortcomings of life and diet, to supplement nutrition conveniently and effectively, and to assist in body conditioning. Don't listen to false and exaggerated propaganda that compares health food to panacea.

2. Health food can not replace the normal diet, but can only be used as a supplement to insufficient daily diet, so we should adhere to the normal diet everyday.

3. it is recommended to be used under the guidance of a doctor or dietitian, especially during the period of taking medicine.