reduced absorption of nutrients

Question 1

what happens regarding diet in old age ?

Answer 1

Slower metabolism
less calories needed to maintain
need minerals such as zinc// calcium// potassium// makes for a stronger immune system
vitamins needed are D, E,B12
constipation
dehydration

Question 2

symptoms of dementia

Answer 2

memory loss
disorientation
fatigue

Question 3

what is vascular dementia ?

Answer 3

issues with language as well as memory

this is due to the blood supply in the brain due to a stroke

Question 4

symptoms of vascular dementia

Answer 4

slowness of thought
lack of concentration
behavior changes
loss of ability to control walking / balance

Question 5

Alzheimer’s

Answer 5

difficulty remembering recent events
inability to solve problems
lose track of time
personality change
conversational struggles

Question 6

what is memantine ?

Answer 6

this blocks the effects of excessive amounts of glutamate in the brain

Question 7

what are the side effects of memantine ?

Answer 7

headaches
dizziness
constipation

Question 8

what can a lack of vitamin D cause ?

Answer 8

osteoporosis and bone fractures

Question 9

what is vitamin C essential for ?

Answer 9

wound healing

and forming and maintaining healthy tissues

Question 10

what does vitamin B12 do ?

Answer 10

Vitamin B12 is for the production of red blood cells as well as the maintenance of healthy nerve cells.

Question 11

necessity of potassium

Answer 11

Potassium is also a needed nutrient as it is found naturally in many foods and as a supplement. Its main role in the body is to help maintain normal levels of fluid inside our cells. Sodium, its counterpart, maintains normal fluid levels outside of cells. Potassium also helps muscles to contract and supports normal blood pressure