Reorganized and updated with the latest data in the field, the Second Edition of
Nutrition for the Older Adult introduces students to the unique nutritional
needs of this special population. Designed for the undergraduate, the text
covers such important topics as the physiological changes of aging, weight and
nutrition problems in older adults, diet and cultural diversity in older adults,
macronutrient, mineral, and vitamin requirements for older adults, and much
more. With an added emphasis on health promotion, Nutrition for the Older Adult
is an essential resource for students in the fields of nutrition, nursing,
public health and gerontology.