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Nutrition in elderly

Publication at Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen, First Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Králové |
2014

Abstract

Healthy diets offers big promise for improving health and well-being with age. Older adults have lower energy requirements, but higher requirement for some nutrients.

The recommended nutrient intake and food guide pyramid for elderly is descripted in the charter. There are as well discussed causes, types, and treatment of malnutrition, most commonly found in elderly.