The present systematic review critically examines the available scientific literature on risk
factors for malnutrition in the older population (aged≥ 65 y). A systematic search was …

Whereas physical impairment is the main hallmark of frailty, evidence suggests that other
dimensions, such as psychological, cognitive and social factors also contribute to this …

BACKGROUND & AIMS: Malnutrition is a common problem in the elderly living in nursing
homes. A clear understanding of associated factors is missing. The aim of this study was to …

Results: Several variables regarding socio-demographic characteristics, food choice, health
status and the satisfaction with food-related life were included in the analysis. According to …

Objectives The aims of this study were to:(1) determine the prevalence of undemutrition and
frailty in hospitalised elderly patients and (2) evaluate the efficacy of both the Mini-Nutritional …

The term dementia derives from the Latin demens (“de”: private,“mens”: mind, intelligence,
judgment—“without a mind”). The American Psychiatric Association (APA) describes it as …

Aims and objectives To describe how the included items in three different scales, D ownton
F all R isk I ndex, the short form of M ini N utritional A ssessment and the M odified N orton S …

There are an increasing number of people with dementia living in their own home for longer,
often supported by a family member. The symptoms of dementia can affect an individual's …

Background: The health issues presented by the aging population can result in reduced
muscle mass, poorer physical function, and cognitive impairment. The goal of this study was …

The aim of this study was to gain insight into the nutritional status, dietary intake and muscle
health of older Dutch hip fracture patients to prevent recurrent fractures and to underpin …