Corona virus effecting the most old population.

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According to the population estimates, the world population for 2019 was estimated to be 7 billion 604 million 656 thousand 633 people and the elderly population was 703 million 711 thousand 487 people. According to these estimates, the elderly population constituted 9.3% of the world population.

Looking at the countries where Corona Virus is seen in the world, the highest virus infection rate is seen in the elderly population. So what should be done to protect the elderly from Corona Virus? What should seniors do individually to protect themselves from Corona Virus? How should the elderly feed against Corona Virus? Respiratory Society TÜSAD emphasized that in order to protect the elderly population in the high-risk group from coronavirus, hygiene and nutrition should also be considered.

 

Corona virus effecting the most old population.

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Individuals aged 65 and over must firstly protect their health and prevent disease and continue their lives without isolating them from the society. With programs that include principles of disease diagnosis and treatment based on multi-faceted evaluations, we have to help the elderly live independently and improve their quality of life. In this regard, it is recommended that not only patients but also those who want to grow healthy should consult their physicians.

 

Immunity strengthing recommendations

for the elderly

 

It is known that consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables supports the immune system, thereby strengthening the immune system against diseases. That is why it is important to encourage children to eat fresh fruits and vegetables. Adults can also increase their vitamin content in daily nutrition by consuming fresh vegetables and fruits during the day. A diet rich in vitamin C can help reduce some symptoms such as sore throat, runny nose. Besides citrus fruits such as orange, grapefruit and tangerine; There are dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach, chard, cress, arugula, lettuce, parsley, dill, and foods such as cabbage, broccoli, celery, beets, as well as vitamins and other vitamins that may be important.