Elderly- Older Adults Flashcards
what is the age group
65+
what are the factor that affect their food choices
limited budget
lack of motivation
loneliness
immobility- not moving or motion-less
what nutrient should be balanced as people age
carbs and levels of energy
what are the nutrients needed and why
protein- to maintain their body tissues and repaired properly, really good fro people who are convalescing
cal,phoso,vit D- maintain healthy bones and prevent from osteoporosis and osteomalacia (soft Bones )
NSP(fibre)- prevent from bowel disorder
what nutrient should they limit
sat. fat - help lower cholesterol in the blood and prevent heart disease
salt - prevent from high blood pressure and stroke
what are other common diseases
anaemia
osteoporosis
osteomalacia
constipation
what should should you do to food to people with chewing difficulty
use mashed potatoes instead of boiled potato
food should also be in manageable portions and….
easy to prepare