Safe Food Handling For Senior Citizens
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SAFE FOOD HANDLING
FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
NUTRITION REQUIREMENT FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
Older adults can feel better immediately and stay healthy for the
future by choosing healthy foods. A balanced diet and physical
activity contribute to a higher quality of life and enhanced
independence as you age.
INTAKE OF REDUCE SODIUM
• Reduce sodium (salt) to help
prevent water retention and high
blood pressure.
• Look for the “low sodium” label and
season meals with garlic, herbs, and
spices instead of salt.
CHOOSING HEALTHY FATS
Use olive oil, avocados, salmon, walnuts, flaxseed,
and other monounsaturated fats.
The fat from these delicious sources can protect
your body against heart disease by controlling
“bad” LDL cholesterol levels and raising “good”
HDL cholesterol levels.
ADD FIBER
Avoid constipation,
lower the risk of
chronic diseases, and
feel fuller longer by
increasing your fiber
intake from foods such
as raw fruits and
veggies, whole-grains,
and beans.
AVOID “BAD” CARBOHYDRATRES
Bad carbohydrates—also
known as simple or unhealthy
carbs—are foods such as white
flour, refined sugar, and white
rice that have been stripped of
all bran, fiber, and nutrients.
Bad carbs digest quickly and cause spikes in blood
sugar levels and short-lived energy. For long-lasting
energy and stable insulin levels, choose “good” or
complex carbs such as whole grains, beans, fruits, and
vegetables.
AVOID “BAD” CARBOHYDRATRES
LOOK FOR HIDDEN SUGAR
Added sugar can be hidden in foods such as bread, canned soups and vegetables, pasta sauce, instant mashed potatoes, frozen dinners, fast food, and ketchup. Check food labels for other terms for sugar such as corn syrup, molasses, brown rice syrup, cane juice, fructose, sucrose, dextrose, or maltose. Opt for fresh or frozen vegetables instead of canned goods, and choose low-carb or sugar-free versions of products such as tortillas, bread, pasta, and ice cream.
COOK SMART
The best way to prepare veggies is by steaming or sautéing in olive oil—it preserves nutrients.
Forget boiling—it drains nutrients.
PUT FIVE COLORS ON YOUR PLATE
Take a tip from Japanese food culture and try to include five colors
on your plate. Fruits and veggies rich in color correspond to rich
nutrients (think: blackberries, melons, yams, spinach, tomatoes,
zucchini).
GENERAL ILLNESS• Senior citizens suffer from general illness like: Decreased appetite Increased thirst Bad breath Weight loss Stiff joints, limping or difficulty jumping Lumps or bumps, especially if they are growing quickly Inactivity Trouble passing urine or faeces or doing so outside of the
tray Disinterest, disorientated or trouble balancing• Some of them can be cured by proper food handling
SAFE FOOD HANDLING
GUIDELINES• Clean — Wash hands and
surfaces often.• Separate — Don't cross-
contaminate.• Cook — Cook to proper
temperatures.• Chill — Refrigerate promptly.
AT SHOPPING• Purchase refrigerated or
frozen items after selecting
your non-perishables.
• Never choose meat or
poultry in packaging that is
torn or leaking.
• Do not buy food past "Sell-
By,“ "Use-By," or other
expiration dates.
AT HOME
Drink pasteurized
milk & juices
Wash hands
carefully &
frequently
Wash hands before
preparing food
AT HOME
• Wash raw fruits and vegetables
before eating & after contact with raw
meat or poultry
• Wash hands, utensils and kitchen
surfaces
• Hot soapy water
• Defrost meats in the refrigerator
AT HOME
• Cook beef / beef products
thoroughly upto 70 ºC or above
• Cook poultry and eggs
thoroughly at 75 ºC - 82 ºC
• Eat cooked food promptly
• Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours
after cooking
• Store in chiller in shallow containers
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