Relationships among diet, physical activity and other lifestyle factors and debilitating diseases in the elderly

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Epidemiological research has highlighted both physical activity and dietary factors as having an impact on frailty and specific diseases in older people. Both poor nutrition and lack of exercise may be risk factors for many debilitating conditions.

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Protein and amino acid requirements in the elderly

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Research suggesting estimates of amino acid and protein needs for healthy elderly people is presented. It appears that the protein needs of elderly people are no lower than those of younger people.

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Assessment of energy requirements in elderly populations

Article Abstract:

The current status of energy requirements in older adults is discussed. It is possible that the energy requirements of older adults are higher than current world-wide recommendations.

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