Nutrition for the Elderly

Convert excess fuel to fat and storage it in adipose tissue

Electrolyte imbalance

Uremic symptoms diminish or disappear

<p>Abnormal relaxation of lower esophageal sphincter</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Provide small, frequent meals</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improves blood glucose control</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>supplements and foods fortified with crystalline, free vitamin B12</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>chronic blood loss from ulcers, poor iron absorption, and medicine like aspirin</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>fruits like strawberries and blueberries, whole grains like corn, and green leafy vegetables like broccoli and spinach</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>regulates iron absorption and binds iron to restrict bacterial growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>metabolic complications, gastrointestinal symptoms, and complications of nutrient delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>severe inflammatory bowel disease and patients with multi-organ failure</p> Signup and view all the answers