Diet in Elderly: An Ayurvedic Perspective
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 2
Abstract
History of dietetics is very old, which is essential factor for the maintenance of life. Goal of nutritional care in elderly is to achieve a healthy, purposeful and independent living as well as quality of life through “Sattwik Ahara”. Eat to lead a healthy ling life through Bhojan (wholesome), Mitabhojan (balanced), & Kalabhojan (in proper time) is the philosophy of Ayurvedic nutrition. Ayurveda gives maximum emphasis to digestion than nutrition that is why a very deep and elaborate description of Agni, Matra and Ama is found in ayurvedic texts. Diet for the elderly should be soft, well cooked and liberal amount of fresh fruits, milk and milk products should be there. Six major system are identifiably affected in ageing viz. Cardiovascular, Renal, Brain and Neurological, Digestive, Psychological & immunological. So, special attention towards diet should be given to maintain sound Health and mind.
Authors and Affiliations
Nilanjan Datta, Kanchan Chowdhury, Badal Jana
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