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Video: 5 Facts About Older Adult Malnutrition

Learn 5 facts about malnutrition:

  1. Malnourished individuals can come in all sizes.
  2. Malnutrition affects all groups of people.
  3. Malnutrition can come from several factors, including reduced appetite, poor dental health, chronic conditions, depression, living along, and limited income.
  4. You can't always prevent or treat malnutrition by eating more.
  5. Malnutrition has many warning signs, including muscle weakness, fatigue, depression, increased illness or infection, unplanned weightloss, and decreased appetite.

 

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Help Your Loved One Eat Well

Eating well can be a challenge for the loved ones you're supporting. Get tips for maintaining healthy eating habits and preventing and identifying malnutrition to stay well.

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