摘要:

A common problem in the institutionalized as well as the free-living elderly is inadequate nutrition. This problem will continue in significance as, the population continues to age. Previous studies have indicated a variety of nutritional deficiencies in the diets of older adults. Chronic degenerative diseases and usage of multiple pharmacologic agents are also prevalent in the geriatric population and confound this complex problem. A common observation among the many contributing factors to the problem of relative or absolute malnutrition in seniors is that many individuals exhibit the sign/symptom of xerostomia (dry mouth). Recent studies indicate that nearly one in five older adults exhibit xerostomia. Xerostomia increases the difficulty of these older adults in obtaining the proper nutrition. Problems in lubricating, masticating, tolerating, tasting and swallowing food contribute significantly to the complex physiological and psychological manifestations of aging. To this date the literature fails to demonstrate an association between xerostomia and malnutrition in the elderly.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_01

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

A study of 227 elderly participants attending Title III-C nutrition programs was conducted to determine food supplement use and its relationship to nutrition knowledge and quality of the diet. Although nutrition knowledge was found to be positively related to the quality of the diet for all subjects, no significant differences were found between supplement and nonsupplement users for these two variables. Although the mean knowledge score was low, positive relationships were found between nutrition knowledge and both educaiion and income for all subjects. Amount of participation in the government-sponsored nutrition centers was negatively correlated with nutrition knowledge.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_02

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

A questionnaire was sent to 230 elderly New Zealanders selected at random from the age/sex registers of medical practitioners to investigate their current usage and perceptions of nutrition information sources. The sample selected was representative of the New Zealand elderly population in terms of age, sex, and socioeconomic status distribution. Forty five per cent of respondents indicated they had obtained nutrition information in the past twelve months. Doctors (GP's) were the most common source of nutrition information-used by 20% of the respondents-and many also considered them to be the most reliable and trustworthy. Newspapers and magazines were considered to be the least reliable source of nutrition information. Approximately two thirds of respondents expressed a desire for more nutrition information; pamphlets and GP's were the favoured sources. This study suggests lower socioeconomic groups of elderly people are less receptive audiences for nutrition information. As other research indicates these elderly people are also at greater nutritional risk, reaching these groups present a major challenge to nutrition educators.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_03

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

Many elderly people in the United States take vitamintmineral supplements, but little is known about supplement use by the elderly in the United Kingdom. Among 203 patients referred to a geriatric outpatient clinic in Britain, 28% used supplements during the last year. Most supplement users consumed them daily and had used them for over a year. Multivitamins were the most frequent type of supplement taken, followed by Iron, B Vitamins, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E. The primary reasons for supplement use were for more energy, treating illness, and feeling stronger.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_04

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

No abstract available for this article.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_05

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

No abstract available for this article.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_06

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

No abstract available for this article.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_07

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

No abstract available for this article.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_08

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

No abstract available for this article.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_09

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor

摘要:

No abstract available for this article.

ISSN:0163-9366    

DOI:10.1300/J052v10n01_10

出版商:Taylor&Francis Group    

年代:1991

数据来源: Taylor