Nutritional interventions for age-related chronic disease
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The optimal diet to delay or prevent the most common age-related diseases or disorders and the most effective nutritional therapies for treatment is presented. Nutritional strategies are an important aspect of both prevention and treatment of chronic conditions where the strategies include modification of dietary behavior, increased consumption of key nutrients, and attainment or maintenance of optimal weight.
Publication Name: Generations (San Francisco, California)
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0738-7806
Year: 2004
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Hype and hope about foods and supplements for healthy aging
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Practical advice for healthy eating and choosing supplement food items are presented as the hype created by advertisement of several nutritional-related products can mislead consumers. The suggestions include consuming a plant-based diet providing at least five servings of fruits and vegetables and three servings of whole grain foods daily.
Publication Name: Generations (San Francisco, California)
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0738-7806
Year: 2004
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Eating and appetite: Common problems and practical remedies
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There is an increased risk of psychological, physiological, social and economic problems with advancing age that impair the ability to obtain, eat, and enjoy foods. Foods that are modified in texture or high in calories that are presented in attractive settings can help maintain appetite and food intake in the vulnerable old people.
Publication Name: Generations (San Francisco, California)
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0738-7806
Year: 2004
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