Getting older is not as negative as we initially imagine, although it will always depend on the lifestyle you lead, the mentality you have and what kind of people you surround yourself with or are inspired by, because there is a big difference between taking as an example optimistic and wise people who see the passage of time as a process of evolution and wisdom, or doing so with pessimistic people who only see the "cons" that come with getting older. In any case, nutrition is essential at any age and, more so as the years go by. These are the 7 Foods you should not eat if you are over 50.
At 50, we are young! But we are not children anymore either. And we must accept this reality whether we like it or not. Mind you, being fifty has its advantages, but we must also get used to transforming disadvantages into opportunities to improve our lifestyle. One of the main factors in this is diet.
7 Foods to Avoid After Age 50
We know that you're probably going to get very upset when you see this list of forbidden or restricted foods from now on, but it's just a matter of getting used to it and maybe it's time to learn to cook, or to perfect your culinary skills and prepare healthier but equally tasty dishes that don't harm your health. Believe us, you'll win!
Processed and ultra-processed foods
By now you should know What are processed and ultra-processed foods?But just in case, so that you don't get distracted or pretend you're not, we'll explain it to you. We don't accept excuses later!
Processed foods are those that have been modified from their origin with the aim of improving them, making them last longer, have more flavor and are more appetizing. To achieve these objectives, Salt is added to them, sugars and trans fatsThat's why they are so good, but it's just appearance, because they really are time bombs for your health.
Regularly consuming these foods puts our health at risk. They make us fat and expose us to diseases diabetes, hypertension, bad cholesterol and a host of other problems.
The thing is that, although these illnesses are risky at all ages, when we reach 50 the body slows down and takes longer to recover, so there are foods that make us feel terrible, apart from the fact that they harm us internally.
Isn't your digestion the same as it was when you were 20, 30 or 40 years old? Well, this is just one indication of how harmful the foods you eat are and how they affect your body.
If you are still wondering which ultra-processed foods you should keep away from, here are some:
- Fast food: hamburgers, frozen pizzas, nuggets, etc.
- Packaged snacks: We know, the temptation is very, very great, especially when you sit down to watch a movie or eagerly enjoy a football match. But they are harmful foods and we have to tell you about them. They include everything from chips and other snacks: biscuits, etc.; to cookies.
- Sausages and meats that have been processed: maybe the ones that are the most tempting for you: sausages, bacon, pancetta, ham, etc.
Refined sugar
El refined sugar It makes us fat, causes diabetes and, in addition, causes less imaginable illnesses that are related to its consumption, such as chronic inflammation, arthritis and heart problems.
Be careful, because refined sugar is present in foods and drinks that are obvious, such as candy, soft drinks, cakes and other sweets, but also in cereals, yogurts and other foods where they are hidden and go unnoticed. An example? In sauces, such as ketchup.
Red meats and trans fats
Brianda red meat, you can eat them, but with moderationIn fact, in small quantities and occasionally, they are good, because they have proteins, but take them often increases cholesterolAnd from the age of 50 onwards, it is easier to accumulate bad cholesterol.
The same goes for full-fat dairy products. Instead, opt for skimmed dairy products, which are much healthier and taste just as good.
But don't panic, because there are tasty alternatives. To avoid eating full-fat dairy products, there are plenty of skimmed options on the market. And, for meat, replace it with much healthier and equally appetizing foods such as lean meats (chicken and turkey), fish (salmon and tuna), and consume more healthy fats such as those from avocado and nuts.
Salt: a very dangerous enemy
Salt causes fluid retention and also, raises blood pressure. This will expose us to suffering heart and cerebrovascular problems, so it is essential to minimize its consumption. The problem is that almost everything we eat has salt. The same thing happens with sugar, which is hidden in foods that we do not even imagine contain it.
Canned foods, including soups, contain a lot of sodium. Apart from the products that we already know are salty, such as snacks and salted nuts, etc.
Not eating salt doesn't mean giving up flavor, mind you. You can enhance the flavor of your food by using herbs and spices.
Alcohol, never overdo it, especially at 50
At this point, we are not going to tell you anything new if we tell you that alcohol is harmful. But after the age of 50, the metabolism no longer replenishes itself in the same way as in youth. The damage caused by alcohol is faster.
Whole dairy
We already mentioned it before, that dairy products are much better when skimmed. This includes milk, yogurt and cheese. In addition to containing trans fats, whole dairy products are more indigestible.
Fried foods
Unfortunately the fried foods They are not on the list of permitted foods, either in moderation or not. Of course, if you are healthy, once a year may not be harmful, but the further away you eat them, the better.
They are high in calories and salt, as well as additives and sugars in many cases. In other words, they contain all the bad stuff.
These are the 7 foods you should not eat if you are over 50. Try to carry out an improved diet without them and, after a few months, tell us how it goes. Do you dare to do it? It is for your health. Because the consequences of eating poorly, are very serious.