DEVELOPMENT OF GERONTOLOGICAL FOOD OF INCREASED NUTRITIONAL VALUE

doi: 10.25712/ASTU.2072-8921.2021.02.023

Abstract

The increase in the life expectancy of the world's population is a dual process. On the one hand, this indicates an improvement in the quality of life, on the other hand, changes in the body require a more careful attitude to lifestyle, physical activity, nutrition. The slowdown of the general metabolism in the body entails a decrease in the activity of the processes of synthesis and conversion of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats from food. The body's reaction to the negative effects of the external environment is increasing. Nutritionists pay attention to the quality and quantity of food consumed. It should be rich in proteins, complex carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. This is especially true for fruits and vegetables. Some of the valuable foods that can be used in gerontological nutrition are cauliflower and Jerusalem artichoke. In their composition, these vegetables contain proteins, vitamins, dietary fiber, minerals. The developed product for gerontological nutrition contains cauliflower and Jerusalem artichoke, as well as beet pectin extract. When developing the formulation of a new product, the characteristics of the body of the elderly, a decrease in the consumption of vegetable products, a general lack of consumption of proteins, vitamins, and dietary fiber were taken into account. The finished product contains at least 15 % of the daily intake of vitamin C and pectin substances. The developed product is recommended for consumption by elderly people, as well as people who take care of their health and lead an active lifestyle.