Abstract
The American population is aging; by 2030, people over the age of 65 may comprise as much as 20% of the population (Niedert, 2006). As many as 80% of the people in this age group live with at least one chronic illness, and 4.5% of elderly persons in the United States live in nursing homes (Boyle & Holben, 2006). As individuals age into late adulthood, they may experience lessening abilities to think clearly and to move as dexterously as well as a decline in bodily functions that may inhibit their ability to perform tasks of daily living (Boyle & Holben, 2006). These experiences also hinder nutrient intake.
| Original language | American English |
|---|---|
| Journal | Internet Journal of World Health and Societal Politics |
| Volume | 7 |
| State | Published - Jan 1 2008 |
Keywords
- diets
- wellness
- elderly
Disciplines
- Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition