How much milk should elderly people drink each day for optimal health?
Feb 25, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Lei
Introduction
There is generally no fixed recommendation for how much milk older adults should drink each day. Milk is a food rich in protein, calcium, and high-quality fats, which can help improve physical health. However, excessive protein intake may increase the digestive burden on the gastrointestinal tract. To avoid gastrointestinal discomfort, drinking 200–250 ml of milk per day is usually sufficient to meet the body's needs for older adults.
Generally, there is no definitive recommendation on exactly how much milk older adults should drink each day; however, consuming 200–250 ml of milk daily is considered beneficial for health.
Milk is a food rich in protein, calcium, and high-quality fats, which helps supplement essential nutrients and improve physical well-being. However, excessive protein intake may increase the digestive burden on the gastrointestinal tract, potentially causing discomfort such as bloating or diarrhea. As people age, digestive function tends to decline. To avoid gastrointestinal discomfort, drinking 200–250 ml of milk per day is usually sufficient to meet nutritional needs while minimizing the risk of digestive issues.
In addition, it is recommended to consume warm, fresh milk. For individuals with high blood lipid levels, low-fat or skim milk can be a suitable choice.
