Nutrition and Older Adults

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The Malnutrition Task Force website reports that 1 in 10 people over the age of 65 are malnourished, or at risk of malnutrition. 

Ageing puts us all at risk of becoming malnourished. This is a concern because poor nutrition can be both a cause and consequence of ill health.  Undernutrition can affect anyone. It simply means that some older people are not eating or drinking enough to maintain their health and wellbeing. 

Fortunately, malnutrition and dehydration are largely preventable and losing weight is not an inevitable part of ageing.

This page provides links to information and advice on eating well for older adults.

Dementia and nutritionCarers UK provide up to date nutrition information and support for adults with Dementia. Follow link toDementia and nutrition
Eating well in later life bookletThis booklet by The Malnutrition Task Force can be used to make sure that older people get the food, drink and help they need, when they need it.Follow link toEating well in later life booklet
Guide to making the most of your foodFor older adults and their supporters. Here are some simple ideas on how to get the most nutrition from the food you are eating. Follow link toGuide to making the most of your food

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