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Life style and nutrient intake in the elderly.

E N Todhunter

    Current Concepts in Nutrition
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    Elderly individuals show positive health attitudes but often have inadequate nutrient intake due to economic factors. Group feeding programs and nutrition education are crucial for improving dietary adequacy among seniors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Nutritional Science
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Elderly populations often face unique nutritional challenges.
    • Understanding dietary habits and influencing factors is key to promoting senior health.
    • Previous research highlights the link between socioeconomic status and nutritional well-being in older adults.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the dietary patterns, attitudes, and nutrient intake of an elderly population.
    • To identify socioeconomic factors impacting food choices and dietary adequacy.
    • To determine the need for targeted nutritional interventions for the elderly.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative and quantitative assessment of elderly participants' lifestyles, food habits, and attitudes.
    • Analysis of nutrient intake in relation to 1974 Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs).
    • Identification of demographic and economic factors influencing dietary patterns.

    Main Results:

    • Participants exhibited positive health and food attitudes, with a willingness to adopt new eating habits.
    • Despite positive attitudes, many elderly individuals had nutrient intakes below two-thirds of the 1974 RDAs.
    • Economic factors significantly limited food choices and serving sizes, with Black females identified as a particularly disadvantaged group.

    Conclusions:

    • Group feeding programs are essential, providing at least one-third of daily nutrient needs.
    • Interventions must consider cultural, economic, and locational factors for successful meal programs.
    • Accessible nutrition education is vital to guide seniors in making cost-effective, nutritious food choices, especially with rising food prices.

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