Dietary Supplements for Older Adults
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Older Adults
The body changes as we age. Our cells do not function as well over time, leading to a natural decline in many areas. Many experience a decrease in appetite and in the quantity of food eaten; an alteration in the senses of smell and taste; and changes in how food is digested and used by the body. Poor oral health can also make eating painful. In addition, around 80% of older adults have at least one medical condition, which often means taking multiple medications. All of these factors make eating and keeping a healthy weight difficult, which can further complicate issues related to aging and nutrition.
“Successful” aging has been defined as longevity with the absence or avoidance of disease, maintenance of physical and cognitive functioning, and active life engagement. Aging itself can be difficult, and the added stress of illness can make it more challenging. However, eating right and remaining as physically and mentally active as possible can help you age well, manage symptoms and feel your best. Our nutrition resources cover the nutritional issues that occur with aging and chronic conditions, helping you to maintain strength, a healthy
weight, and quality of life.
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Disclaimer:
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists have carefully prepared these materials. However, they are prepared for informational purposes only and may not represent the very best information or practices for a particular individual. These materials are not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Each person should share these materials with his or her medical provider or registered dietitian nutritionist to seek a professional opinion on individual nutritional needs. Never disregard the medical or nutritional advice of a medical provider or registered dietitian nutritionist because of something you read in these materials. The inclusion of any products or processes within these materials does not represent an endorsement.
Dietistas nutricionistas registrados han preparado cuidadosamente estos materiales. Sin embargo, están preparados únicamente con fines informativos y es posible que no representen la mejor información o prácticas para un individuo en particular. Estos materiales no constituyen consejos, diagnósticos ni tratamientos médicos. Cada persona debería compartir estos materiales con su equipo médico o nutricionista dietista registrado para obtener una opinión profesional sobre sus necesidades nutricionales individuales. Nunca ignore los consejos médicos o nutricionales de un médico o nutricionista dietista registrado por algo que haya leído en estos materiales. La inclusión de cualquier producto o proceso dentro de estos materiales no representa un respaldo.