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Geriatric Nutrition

Physiological changes take place with increasing age hence the nutritional requirements also change accordingly. During old age, energy requirements are less as the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) starts decreasing from the age of 35. The requirement of energy reduces at the rate of about 5% to 20% between the age of 35 to 70 years. To cater to this change in requirement calorie intake should be reduced to maintain ideal body weight as per age and body frame. Overweight individuals need to reduce and attain ideal body weight.

While protein, minerals and vitamins requirements remain unchanged, higher intake of minerals and vitamins especially calcium, iron and B complex vitamins may help. These aid the processes of digestion, absorption and utilization as they do not function at an optimal level.

Dietary considerations
  • Intake of adequate amount of soluble and insoluble fiber to combat constipation.
  • Sufficient intake of fluids for proper elimination of waste products, stimulates peristalsis and thereby reduces constipation.
  • Intake of easily digestible and soft food.
  • Small & frequent feeds.


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