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Nutrition and older adults

Nutrition and older adults

Guidance,
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This resource provides guidance on maintaining healthy nutrition as people age. It covers key considerations such as increasing calcium intake, managing changes in appetite, and the importance of hydration. It also offers practical advice on reducing salt, fat, and sugar consumption, ensuring proper bone health through calcium and vitamin D, and maintaining a balanced diet to support overall health and well-being in older adults.

Author
External resource
Standard
6: Food and Nutrition
Outcomes
6.3: Provision of food and drinks
Nutrition and older adults

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