Although the effects of malnutrition on morbidity and mortality of older people is well
established, there has been little work done to investigate the relationship between …

Background protein-energy malnutrition is a major health concern in home-dwelling older
adults, particularly in the context of an ageing population. Therefore, a systematic review …

This chapter considers the evidence that links diet to muscle mass and strength, and
implications for strategies to prevent or delay sarcopenia in older age. Sarcopenia is the loss …

A nutritionally vulnerable older adult has a reduced physical reserve that limits the ability to
mount a vigorous recovery in the face of an acute health threat or stressor. Often, this …

Background: Malnutrition is prevalent in older patients, which is associated with severe
consequences such as a decline in functional status, increased risk of readmission, and …

Background: Statistical data on the prevalence, mortality, and disability-adjusted life years
(DALYs) of protein–energy malnutrition are valuable for health resource planning and policy …

Objective The present study aimed to examine nutritional risk factors such as poor appetite,
malnutrition or obesity affecting health related quality of life in elderly. Design and …

Background: Inability to adhere to nutritional recommendations is common and linked to
worse outcomes in patients with nutrition-sensitive conditions. Objectives: The purpose of …

Background Malnutrition is prevalent in acute hospitals and malnourished patients have an
increased risk of morbidity and mortality. Studies of malnutrition and quality of life (QoL) are …

The average life expectancy and the proportion of the elderly in the Western countries are
increasing. The care processes used for the elderly are known to differ between the care …