Nutrition for the elderly.

Nutrition for the elderly.

Kvale J N; Horvath M C

Primary Care

1989

1989-06

Nutrition in the older person is complex because of changing physiology, changes caused by multiple chronic diseases, changes induced by pharmacologic agents, and commonly, failing protein/caloric intake. This article is designed to explain the mechanisms of these processes and to suggest pragmatic and practical responses in the management of the older patient.

Humans; Aged; *Nutrition Disorders

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