Best Salads for Senior Citizens
We all know that salad is healthy and good for people to eat. However, many people don’t eat salad. They either think that salad isn’t that tasty or they may get bored with eating a basic salad. The good news is there are many types of salads that are good for people. These salads are also a change from the basic salad.
If you are a family caregiver for your elderly loved one, these are some of the salads that should be added to their meal plan.
Seafood Salad
One of the best salads for senior citizens is seafood salad. You can add many things to this type of salad including:
- Tuna
- Salmon
- Crabmeat
- Shrimp
Seafood has a lot of omega-3 fatty acids in it. Research shows that these are great for heart health and better overall health, as well. In addition, seafood is known to help prevent emotional and mental health issues.
Fruit Salad
If your elderly loved one isn’t eating enough fruit, making them a fruit salad could help. Many people love fruit salad. Some of the things that can be added to this type of salad include:
- Apples
- Oranges
- Grapes
- Strawberries
- Bananas
Research shows that fruit helps to improve the immune system, heart health, skin health, blood glucose levels, and overall health. If needed, you or a senior care provider could make fruit salad for your elderly loved one every week.
Potato Salad
Your elderly loved one may also enjoy potato salad. Potatoes have potassium, vitamin B6, fiber, and vitamin C in them. Not only is potato salad healthy, but it is very delicious, too. There are many different potato salad recipes that you or senior care providers can find for your elderly loved one.
Kale Salad
Many people will use iceberg lettuce for their salads. However, that type of lettuce doesn’t have much or any nutritional value. If your elderly loved one usually uses iceberg lettuce, have them replace it with kale. There are so many great health benefits from eating kale. It helps your elderly loved one get the daily nutrients they need. It boost muscle strength, prevents illness, and much more.
Conclusion
As mentioned above, everyone knows that salad is healthy. However, some people get bored with the basic salad. The good news is there are many other types of salad that are healthy and delicious. Hopefully, your elderly loved one will enjoy one or more of the salads above. If not, your or a senior care provider can look up other salad recipes for your elderly loved one to try.
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/sample-menus-healthy-eating-older-adults