The Mid Autumn Festival holiday is a day for family reunion and a good opportunity for middle-aged and elderly friends to travel. However, as they age, the physical condition of middle-aged and elderly people has undergone significant changes compared to when they were young, especially for those who suffer from chronic diseases. How to ensure health while enjoying the pleasure of traveling requires mastering methods. The Mid Autumn Festival holiday has sparked a trend of short distance travel, and while enjoying the holiday, health cannot be ignored. Especially for middle-aged and elderly friends, there are many details to pay attention to during travel, dining, and leisure activities. Here, we will remind middle-aged and elderly friends of holiday travel from multiple perspectives. Travel: The middle-aged and elderly people should first assess their physical conditions before taking 2 to 3 more days of medication. For example, if they have chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, etc., the short trip will have little impact when the condition is stable, just take enough medication every day. It is recommended to carry an additional 2-3 days of medication to prevent any changes in travel plans. If the condition of middle-aged and elderly people is unstable, it is recommended to first seek evaluation from a specialist and make necessary medication adjustments before traveling. In addition, it is necessary to bring some commonly used or emergency medicines: anti allergic drugs (such as loratadine), cold and fever reducing drugs (such as Tylenol, Betamethasone, etc.), and antidiarrheal drugs (such as montmorillonite powder); Middle aged and elderly people who are prone to motion sickness can carry motion sickness medication to alleviate discomfort; People with cardiovascular problems can bring nitroglycerin and aspirin as emergency medication. In addition, patients with diabetes should pay particular attention to that if they use injectable drugs such as insulin injections, they should carry insulin with them before arriving at the destination, whether it is unsealed or not. If the temperature is high during the journey, they should put insulin in a refrigerated sealed bag or insulated cup to keep the temperature low. When taking a plane, insulin cannot be checked in the luggage and requires a prescription certificate from a doctor. After passing the security check, it must be carried with you on the plane. After arriving at the destination, unopened insulin should be stored in the refrigerator compartment, while opened insulin can be stored indoors at a temperature not exceeding 30 ℃ in the dark. For middle-aged and elderly friends traveling to hot places, try to choose loose, comfortable, and breathable long sleeved clothes to avoid catching a cold due to sweating; If you are traveling to mountainous areas or seaside places, you may want to bring a sunscreen jacket, which can provide sun protection when the sun is strong and avoid catching a cold when the temperature is relatively low in the morning and evening. In short, pay more attention to the weather conditions of the destination before traveling. If it rains locally, prepare rain gear and anti slip shoes to avoid falling and other situations; At the same time, you can bring several pieces of clothing as backup to prevent discomfort such as colds or fever caused by damp clothes that cannot be replaced. Dining: Adapt your digestive system to local cuisine. Eating out is not better than staying at home. When dining at a local restaurant, pay attention to the diversity of your diet. You can taste all kinds of dishes and avoid being picky and spicy. Elderly people with high blood pressure or blood lipids can request the restaurant to use less oil and salt when dining out, and try to choose cooking methods such as steaming, boiling, and grilling, and eat less pickled foods and fatty meat. Older people with diabetes can choose coarse grains as staple food instead of sugary drinks. Elderly people with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases should not overeat and should maintain a similar appetite as at home. People with allergies who go out to eat should inform the restaurant of foods that may cause allergic reactions and avoid consumption. When dining out, you can order some local fresh vegetables and eat some seasonal fresh fruits. Fresh fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber, which are beneficial for maintaining cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health and enhancing immunity. It is inevitable to drink alcohol at a dinner party. Drinking on an empty stomach will damage the gastric mucosa and cause hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes. You should eat a la carte and staple food before drinking, and drink moderately at the same time. Pay attention to the intake of total carbohydrates in each meal; Patients with hyperlipidemia should consume foods rich in unsaturated fatty acids, such as deep-sea fish, while reducing their intake of saturated and trans fats; Specific groups of people should pay attention to a balanced diet, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, consume high-quality protein in moderation, and maintain sufficient hydration to reduce the intake of unhealthy ingredients. It is inevitable to eat some mooncakes during the Mid Autumn Festival. Although mooncakes are delicious, most of them are high in sugar and fat, and should not be consumed excessively. It is recommended that elderly friends eat about 1/4 of them themselves and share the rest with people around them. Let's enjoy the bright moon and delicious food together. It should be noted that many people may experience discomfort when traveling, mainly due to changes in the food and water quality at the destination. Elderly people may have poor gastrointestinal adaptability and may experience symptoms such as diarrhea and stomach pain. When dining out in a new place, pay attention to the freshness and hygiene of the food, and avoid consuming raw, cold, and unclean food. For the first few meals, you can choose foods that are easy to digest, such as tofu, rice porridge, etc., to gradually adapt your stomach to the local diet. At the same time, eliminating nervousness, maintaining a happy mood, and actively adapting to new environments can help alleviate symptoms of being out of place. Play: It is not advisable for middle-aged and elderly people to participate in high-intensity activities. They should choose suitable transportation based on their own health condition and travel distance. If you are traveling by self driving or taking a bus, due to its limited space and limited hand and foot movement, it is recommended to get off the bus and exercise every 1 to 2 hours to avoid the formation of lower limb venous thrombosis. Older people with poor physical condition are generally not recommended to travel by plane. It is best to choose a accommodation location near major transportation hubs, such as hotels near high-speed railway stations, which can save time during departure and return trips. At the same time, it is recommended to be a thoughtful person and check if there is a hospital or convenience pharmacy near the hotel where you are staying, so that you have a clear idea and can seek medical attention promptly in case of emergency. In addition, elderly people have decreased physical strength and are not suitable for participating in high-intensity activities. You may choose some light physical tourism projects, such as moon watching, walking, boating, visiting museums, etc., to avoid strong physical activities such as hiking, rock climbing, swimming, etc. When walking, pay attention to your feet, try to minimize nighttime travel, strictly follow the principle of "walking without looking at the scenery, not walking while looking at the scenery", and avoid unnecessary injuries such as sprains and fractures caused by falls. During the travel process, middle-aged and elderly friends should always pay attention to their physical changes. If you feel exhausted, you should sit down and rest at any time, don't try to be brave. If you feel unwell, have no relief after rest, or experience chest pain symptoms, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. Elderly friends should try to travel together and not go out alone. They should carry their mobile phones with them and maintain close contact with family and friends. They can prepare a personal information card that includes a brief medical history introduction and emergency contact information for future use. (New Society)