Carob Consumption in the Elderly
Nutrition in advanced age; It requires considering many factors such as adequate fiber and mineral intake, ease of chewing and swallowing, chronic diseases and medications used. Carob is a food that can add variety to the diet of the elderly thanks to its fiber and mineral content and cocoa-like taste.
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Carob has long been traditionally used in the Mediterranean and Anatolia for digestive complaints such as diarrhea. This use is associated with the tannin and fiber content of carob. Some clinical studies in children suggest that carob products may shorten the duration of diarrhea when used in addition to oral fluid therapy.
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Possible Side Effects of Carob and Allergies
Carob is a traditional food that has been consumed in the Mediterranean basin for a long time and is generally considered safe. However, as with any food, the quantity, product form and health status of the person are important in carob. Its high fiber and sugar content may cause digestive complaints or conditions that require attention in terms of blood sugar in some people.
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