Geriatric Nutrition

Tube feeding provides the ability to give nutrition to those unable to eat enough orally. However, enteral nutrition is not […]

Undernutrition is a common problem among the elderly. Drinking can be an easier way to get nutrition for many seniors.

The human body can lose 1% of collagen per year after 40 and collagen production reduces up to 75% after

Gastroparesis symptoms can significantly decrease quality of life for older adults. While many cases are able to be managed through

Many elderly people have difficulties feeding themselves. This can be from declines with aging or as symptoms of conditions. Eating

Older adults may be fed through a feeding tube for a variety of eating issues. It is important that these

Nearly one billion people battle acute and chronic wounds worldwide (1). Wound healing slows with age. Let’s explore other factors

Eating is an important part of life for pleasure, social factors, cultural connection, and for our bodies to function properly.

The elderly are at increased risk of aspiration for many reasons and this can lead to pneumonia. Aspiration pneumonia accounts for

Unintentional weight loss commonly impacts the elderly.  27% of those >65 years old in the community and 60% living in