Aging and Health

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What is defined as the process of developing and maintaining the functional ability that enables wellbeing in older age?

  • Cognitive health
  • Healthy eating
  • Healthy ageing (correct)
  • Musculoskeletal health

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects the bioavailability of nutrients in ageing adults?

  • Alcohol consumption
  • Oral health
  • Physical activity level (correct)
  • Gut microbiome pattern

What is the name of the project that promotes principles of healthy ageing?

  • Ageing well project
  • Nutrition for ageing
  • Healthy ageing initiative
  • Blue zones Power 9 project (correct)

What is the name of the review that discusses optimal protein intake, sustainable dietary sources, and the effect on appetite in ageing adults?

<p>Protein for Life (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following age-related diseases is NOT mentioned in the text?

<p>Cancer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the process of developing healthy eating habits, exercise, and social connections to support healthy ageing?

<p>Right tribe (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the peak health status reached at maturity?

<p>Health capital (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the WHO, what can prevent or delay chronic health conditions in older adults?

<p>Lifestyle modifications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of diet has the strongest evidence for promoting healthy ageing?

<p>Mediterranean style diet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of 'Blue Zones'?

<p>Regions where people live &gt; 100 years at a higher rate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated proportion of people over 65 years old with at least 2 chronic health conditions?

<p>More than half (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are social factors that may impact on dietary intake in older adults?

<p>Isolation and loneliness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the association between increased alcohol consumption and testosterone levels in men?

<p>Decreased testosterone levels (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to reduce symptoms of menopause?

<p>Maintaining a healthy BMI and increasing physical activity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common impediment to nutrient absorption in older adults?

<p>Impaired production of intrinsic factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are older adults at greater risk of infection?

<p>Reduced skin thickness and suboptimal gut absorption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common geriatric syndrome associated with ageing?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical age range for menopause?

<p>45-55 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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