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[Nutritional needs of the aged]

D Volkert1

  • 1Geriatrisches Zentrum Bethanien am Klinikum, Universität Heidelberg.

Zentralblatt Fur Hygiene Und Umweltmedizin = International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Medicine
|February 1, 1993
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Undernutrition is a significant health risk for the very old and ill, exacerbated by physical, mental, and social factors. Prioritizing nutrient-dense fresh foods and safe food handling is crucial for elderly health.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Nutritional Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Aging populations and increased disease prevalence necessitate greater care for the elderly.
  • Nutrition is vital for elderly health and well-being, with undernutrition being a key concern in older, ill individuals.
  • Factors like physical/mental impairment and socioeconomic restrictions contribute to malnutrition risk in the elderly.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the risks of undernutrition in the elderly.
  • To identify factors contributing to malnutrition and increased infection susceptibility.
  • To recommend nutritional strategies for improving elderly health.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on elderly nutrition and health.
  • Analysis of risk factors for malnutrition and infection.

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  • Synthesis of recommendations for dietary practices.

    • Main Results:

    • Undernutrition is prevalent in the very old and ill, unlike younger elderly who face overnutrition.
    • Malnutrition risk factors include physical/mental impairment, social/financial restrictions, and poor food habits (canned food, long cooking, improper storage).
    • Age-related immune changes increase infection susceptibility in the elderly.

    Conclusions:

    • Special attention to nutrition is essential for the elderly population.
    • Consumption of diverse, nutrient-dense fresh foods and safe food handling practices are recommended.
    • Adequate fluid and fiber intake should be emphasized to support elderly health and prevent deficiencies and contamination.