50+ Flashcards
1
Q
What happens at this life stage?
A
Digestion and circulation slows down Blood pressure increase. Smaller appetite. Smell, taste starting to be lost. Fragile bones Weak joints and muscles. Loosing eyesight Poor memory.
2
Q
Nutrition needed:
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Protein Vitamin A, B, C, D, E Carbohydrate Fats Minerals mainly calcium and iron.
3
Q
Encouragement:
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Eat small regular meals
Make it appealing
4
Q
Discourage:
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Eating sugar, fast foods, skipping meals e.g. Breakfast, drinking high Sugar drinks.