Fewer calories are needed.
How might the nutritional needs of older adults differ from those of young adults?
Older adults need the same nutrients as younger people but in differing amounts. As you get older, the number of calories needed is usually less than when you were younger. This is because basic body processes require less energy when there is a decline in physical activity and loss of muscles.
How does aging affect nutrition?
The elderly tend to have more trouble with digestion and absorption of food, lower intake of nutrient-rich foods due to oral health, inability to chew, mouth dryness, and decreased appetite, which increases their risk of malnutrition.
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