Malnutrition

It's no surprise to hear that good nutrition makes for good health--warding off disease, giving you the energy to stay active, and keeping you mentally and physically fit. But you may not realize that as you age, your body's nutrient requirements change. Learn the secrets of eating for your age and make sure you get the nutrients that can add vitality and years to your life.

In an effort to improve awareness about malnutrition in older adults, the Alliance for Aging Research has launched Malnutrition & Seniors: A Hidden Threat. With support from Novartis Medical Nutrition, the Alliance is reaching out to physicians and consumers to inform them about the importance of proper nutrition with age, and the dangers of malnutrition. To learn more about this program read the Malnutrition & Seniors press release.

• Find out how much you know about nutrition and aging, learn what you should be discussing with your health care provider, and get tips on eating for your age by taking the Nutrition & Aging Quiz: Discover the Secrets of Eating for Your Age
• Malnutrition & Seniors: A Hidden Threat to Your Patients' Health gives health care providers a tool for assessing the nutritional status of elderly patients, recommendations on developing an action plan for those patients identified as malnourished or at risk, and additional resources.