Chapter

Older Adulthood: The Golden Years

From Human Nutrition by Human Nutrition

Concepts

1. Aging Changes

   "The senior years are the period from age fifty-one until the end of life. A number of physiological and emotional changes take place during this life stage. For example, many older adults face seriou

2. Nutrient

   "Due to reductions in lean body mass and metabolic rate, older adults require less energy than younger adults. The energy requirements for people ages fifty-one and over are 1,600 to 2,200 calories fo

3. Nutrition Concerns

   "Dietary choices can help improve health during this life stage and address some of the nutritional concerns that many older adults face. Medical problems, such as disability and disease, can impact d

4. Vision Longevity

   "Many older people suffer from vision problems and a loss of vision. Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in Americans over age sixty. This disorder can make food plannin