"Older adults are a heterogeneous group," she said. "There's no one-size-fits-all approach to dietary needs." But there are guidelines. According to the current federal dietary guidelines, women ...

As adults enter their later years, they often do so carrying extra pounds that put them at higher risk for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. It's also around ...

Compared to younger adults, people 60 and older consume substantially fewer beverages and often fail to stay properly hydrated, the dietary guidelines say. One reason is that the ability to detect ...

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Not all older adults face these changes, but eating enough protein and complex carbohydrates, along with foods that contain important nutrients, ... Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025.

Malnutrition in older adults is serious. Find out what to expect and when you should see a doctor. ... and sometimes requires dietary restrictions, putting older adults at risk of malnutrition.

As adults enter their later years, they often do so carrying extra pounds that put them at higher risk for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. It's also around ...