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Nutrition Guidelines for the Elderly by Yna Estabillo is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This document provides information on elderhood and nutrition for the elderly. It begins with defining key terms like elderhood, senescence, gerontology, and geriatric. It then discusses nutritional allowances and recommendations for calories, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water, and fiber for those aged 50-69 and 70+. Tips are provided for feeding the elderly, including creating a calm environment and offering smaller, simpler meals with treats. Factors that can affect adequate feeding are also examined, s

Author

Yna Estabillo

Language

EN