Due to an increased risk of osteoporosis and other geriatric
conditions, nutrition is especially important for older adults.
Learn risks associated with this special population including
malnutrition and sociopsychological factors, and ways you can
help treat obesity, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, pulmonary
disease and more with a healthy diet. You will learn: - Factors
that govern biological aging including heredity, the
environment, chronic disease and the effects of aging on major
tissues, organs and systems - How physiological changes
associated with aging affect the need for specific nutrients
including calories, carbohydrates, protein, fat, fiber,
vitamins, minerals and fluids - Dietary modifications for obese
clients or those suffering from cardiovascular disease and
hypertension - Risk factors for protein-calorie malnutrition -
Anthropometric assessments methods, and pros and cons of
applying them to older adults - Impact of aging on drug
effectiveness This course is included in our Senior Fitness S