Undereating and undernutrition in old age: integrating bio-psychosocial aspects

Undereating and undernutrition in old age: integrating bio-psychosocial aspects

Undernutrition is a common problem as people age, become socially isolated and physically disabled. It is especially common with those who hare hospitalized or in long-term care. Age related nutrition is associated with culturally-mediated influence such as those associated with weight and dietary r...

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Veröffentlicht in:Age and ageing 1998-07, Vol.27 (4), p.527-534
Hauptverfasser: Clarke, David M., Wahlqvist, Mark L., Strauss, Boyd J. G.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Aged
aged care
Aging - physiology
Causes of
eating disorder
Elderly
Elderly people
Feeding and Eating Disorders - complications
Feeding and Eating Disorders - diagnosis
Feeding and Eating Disorders - therapy
Food and nutrition
Humans
nutrition
Nutrition disorders
Nutrition Disorders - complications
Nutrition Disorders - diagnosis
Nutrition Disorders - prevention & control
Nutrition Disorders - therapy
Nutritional status
Nutritionally induced diseases
Predictors
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Zusammenfassung:Undernutrition is a common problem as people age, become socially isolated and physically disabled. It is especially common with those who hare hospitalized or in long-term care. Age related nutrition is associated with culturally-mediated influence such as those associated with weight and dietary restriction. Multi-disciplinary research is needed concerning cultural influences and the effectiveness of intervention.
ISSN:0002-0729
1468-2834
DOI:10.1093/ageing/27.4.527