Nutrition for Older Persons

McCool, Audrey C.; Huls, Adele; Peppones, Martha; Schlenker, Eleanor D.

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“…Malnutrition is a major issue of concern in the care of the aged and has been frequently associated with several adverse health outcomes [2]. Maintenance of the nutritional status of the elderly enhances their wellbeing, prevents comorbidity, increases their contribution to society, and lowers the cost of clinical care [3].…”

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Variations in Nutritional Status of Elderly Men and Women according to Place of Residence

Sibai

Zard²,

Adra³

et al. 2003

Gerontology

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Objective: The purpose of this study was to assess comprehensively the nutritional status of elderly individuals in institutions and to compare it with that of community based dwellers in an urban setting in Lebanon. Methods: Participants included 100 elderly men and women (aged 65 years and older) selected randomly from four institutions who were based on sex and neighborhood with 100 free-living individuals. Subjects were mentally and physically capable of responding to an interview schedule. Their nutritional status was assessed by anthropometric measurements, dietary food intake for a 3-day period, and hematological and biochemical variables. Energy and macro- and micronutrient intakes were compared with the US recommended dietary allowances (RDA) or dietary reference intakes (DRI) as appropriate. Results: Elderly living at home had significantly higher mean body mass index and waist circumference than those living in institutions. Although the total energy intake was comparable between the two groups, the elderly in the institutions consumed more fat and had lower intake of dietary fibers. Deficiencies (below 2/3rd RDA/DRI intakes) in zinc, magnesium, α-tocopherol, vitamins A and D, and pyridoxine were noted in both study groups with overall higher proportions observed among the institutionalized elderly. These were also anemic (42.5%) and had low levels of albumin (27.5%). In contrast, those living at home showed a higher prevalence of obesity and a lower calcium intake. Multivariate analysis controlling for a number of potential covariates did not change the results observed. Conclusions: The results of the present study showed a higher prevalence of obesity in those living at home and varying deficiencies by place of residence with no evidence that duration of institutionalization in itself being associated with poor nutritional status. Awareness of the risks associated with these deficiencies and excesses should address the lay and health professionals working in the community and institutions alike.

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Variations in Nutritional Status of Elderly Men and Women according to Place of Residence

Sibai

Zard²,

Adra³

et al. 2003

Gerontology

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Resiliency: A factor to consider when facilitating the transition from hospital to home in older adults

Esche

Tanner²

2005

Geriatric Nursing

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Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Have a Nutritionally Significant Impact on Micronutrient Intakes of Older Adults Attending Senior Centers

Remig

Holcomb

Herald

et al. 2010

Journal of Nutrition For the Elderly

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Older adults frequently report use of vitamin and mineral (VM) supplements, although the impact of supplements on dietary adequacy remains largely unknown. The purpose of the current study was to evaluate micronutrient intakes of older adults with emphasis on identifying nutrients most improved by VM supplements, nutrients most likely to remain inadequate, and nutrients most likely consumed in excess. Community-based volunteers were recruited from senior centers and completed a questionnaire querying demographic data, current health status, and VM supplement use. Participants (n = 263) were then contacted by telephone to complete two 24-hour diet recalls and confirm VM supplement use. Dietary adequacy was determined by comparing the ratio of mean dietary intake to the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI). Dietary consumption was lowest for vitamins D and E, calcium, and magnesium. VM supplementation most improved intakes of vitamins E, D, B6, folic acid, and calcium. Participants were most likely to exceed the Tolerable Upper Limit with supplementation of niacin, folic acid, and vitamin A.

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Nutrition for Older Persons

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Variations in Nutritional Status of Elderly Men and Women according to Place of Residence

Variations in Nutritional Status of Elderly Men and Women according to Place of Residence

Resiliency: A factor to consider when facilitating the transition from hospital to home in older adults

Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Have a Nutritionally Significant Impact on Micronutrient Intakes of Older Adults Attending Senior Centers

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