Aim Burgeoning proportions of populations aged over 65 years impose an increased
financial burden upon governments for the provision of associated health and aged‐care …

The link between adequate nutrition and quality of life for older persons is well established.
With the proportion of older adults increasing, policy regarding support and care for the …

Unyielding, disproportionate growth in the 65 years and older age group has precipitated
serious concern about the propensity of health and aged-care services to cope in the very …

The United Kingdom, in common with many countries, has an ageing demographic.
Changes accompanying ageing can influence food choice and dietary habits. This study …

Aim: To explore older people's views about how getting older has influenced their dietary
practices. Methods: Focus groups with independently living residents aged 60 years and …

ObjectiveTo explore influences on diet in a group of community-dwelling older adults in the
UK. DesignData were collected through focus group discussions with older people; …

Background This study aimed to explore older adults' and healthcare professionals'(HCPs)
perceptions of dietary influences and food preferences in older age. Methods The research …

Ireland has experienced much economic and social change in recent times along with rising
levels of obesity. Two-thirds of adults are now overweight or obese. Excess weight is a major …

Objective: To explore the factors that influence food choices of older adults and identify
potential sources of dietary advice. Design: A qualitative research design using semi …

Objective To explore older independently-living Australians' perceptions and practices about
what constitutes a healthy diet for older people. Design Qualitative methodology, focus …