Anti-Aging Eastern Europe (Jun 2024)

ANTI-AGING NUTRITION THERAPY

  • Burhan Fatih Kocyigit,
  • Emine Kocyigit,
  • Gulsah Yasa Ozturk

DOI
https://doi.org/10.56543/aaeeu.2024.3.2.01
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 3, no. 2
pp. 59 – 65

Abstract

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This paper examines nutritional therapy’s (NT) critical role in transforming the aging process and challenges the idea that deteriorating health and loss of autonomy are inevitable outcomes. NT is an organized strategy grounded in scientific principles that use tailored dietary modifications to enhance health outcomes and target certain age-related disorders. Essential nutrients substantially strengthen cellular resilience and the ability to withstand oxidative stress, underscoring the need for a varied and comprehensive diet. NT addresses the physiological effects of aging through dietary adjustments, alleviating cognitive deterioration, and managing malnutrition and frailty. This approach fosters an active and independent lifestyle in older adults. In addition to their considerable calcium content, dairy products play a crucial role in anti-aging measures by supplying necessary nutrients. They enhance cognitive health, bolster immunological function, and promote a balanced gut flora, augmenting their capacity to decelerate aging. Microelements, vitamins, and proteins are recognized as crucial components in anti-aging nutrition. The text emphasizes the intricate equilibrium necessary for cellular resilience and the substantial effect of vitamins on diverse anti-aging mechanisms. Consuming protein of higher quality has been demonstrated to be essential for preserving muscle mass and improving overall metabolic function. Advocacy is given to the necessity of a nutritious and well-balanced diet specifically designed to meet the distinct nutritional requirements of elderly individuals. The strategy stresses maintaining a balanced energy intake, selectively including helpful nutrients, and tailoring the plan to address individual health needs.

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