"Older adults are a heterogeneous group," she said. "There's no one-size-fits-all approach to dietary needs." But there are guidelines. According to the current federal dietary guidelines, women 60 ...

Complications of aging can make it challenging for older adults to meet their nutritional needs FARGO - Georgia Grinaker used to live on a farm and would often prepare meals for a number of people.

Older adults have some different dietary needs than younger individuals. Following certain nutrition tips can help older adults avoid common nutrient deficiencies and fuel their daily activities.

Just as we form habits over time which becomes part of our daily routines, the following suggestions can provide assistance with making choices that become part of how we eat on a daily basis. And ...

Many age groups have unique nutritional needs. Babies and children, for example, need the right foods to effectively fuel healthy development. Older people (those over the age of 65) are another age ...

The level of nutrition care that older adults receive when they’re in and then discharged from hospital emergency departments is largely lacking, a new study finds. “A significant gap exists between ...

New research suggests that age-related changes in digestion make it harder for older adults to get enough protein from ...

As adults enter their later years, they often do so carrying extra pounds that put them at higher risk for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. It's also around this ...