NUTR-UE 119 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Peristalsis, Thyroid Hormones, Blood Sugar
25 Aug 2016
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Nutrition for older adults: nutrition and old age, aging population growing since 1950-older than 65 years almost tripled. Preventable or reversible with physical activity: the aging process: lifestyle throughout our life influences older years. Lifestyle and longevity: how you live determine quality not quantity: modifiable factors. Nutrient dense foods like fruits and veggies. Less alcohol and smoking omitted: energy and activity. Resting metabolic rate decreases over time -5% per decade. Physical activity can slow this metabolic decline-80% older adults fail to meet exercise guidelines. Activity doesn"t inevitably decline, only metabolism: carbohydrates and fiber. Getting enough is more important with age thinking about brain function. Mental confusion and memory loss (not always dementia) Motility in gi tract slows, prevent constipation with fiber 25 g/1000 kcal (fruits, veggies, whole grains: fat and protein. Rich in omega 3 fatty acids to prevent inflammation: joint paint, chronic diseases, brain function. Need to do this throughout life to prevent this.
