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Poor nutrition risk in older adults countered by eating well
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Poor nutrition risk in older adults countered by eating well
Wednesday 27 March 2024, 12:15 AM
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Many older adults do not eat enough protein [Image: Elena Leya on Unsplash]
Dietitian Leigh O’Brien discusses the specific nutritional considerations for older adults
Key points, Older adults require more dietary protein than younger adults to minimise age-related muscle mass decline.
Calcium and vitamin D requirements are hi, Pract Green w Pale Yellow
References
1. Bauer J, Biolo G, Cederholm T, et al. Evidence-based recommendations for optimal dietary protein intake in older people: a position paper from the PROT-AGE Study Group. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2013;14(8):542–59.
2. Wham C, Teh R, Moyes SA, et al. Macronutrient intake in advanced age: Te Puāwaitanga o Ngā Tapuwae Kia ora Tonu, Life and Living in Advanced Age: A Cohort Study in New Zealand (LiLACS NZ). Br J Nutr 2016;116(6):1103–15.
3. Tay E, Barnett D, Leilua E, et al. The diet quality and nutrition inadequacy of pre-frail older adults in New Zealand. Nutrients 2021;13(7):2384.