Nutrition (Subscribe)
Links
Arthritis as a Potassium Deficiency
http://members.tripod.com/~charles_W/arthritis.html
Potassium nutrition and physiology around the concept that the low potassium always present in arthritis and usually in heart disease should be relieved. An exhaustive opinion on the subject.
Copper Physiology
http://members.tripod.com/~charles_W/copper.html
A detailed and referenced opinion on copper nutrition and physiology as they pertain to hemorrhoids, slipped discs, aneurisms, emphysema, infection, arthritis, and maybe gray hair.
Eating Well as We Age
http://www.fda.gov/opacom/lowlit/eatage.html
The Food and Drug Administration. Problems, solutions, nutrition facts.
Elderly Nutrition Program - Administration on Aging
http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/eldfam/Nutrition/Nutrition.asp
Provides for congregate (group) and home-delivered meals.
ENC: Nutrition in the Elderly
http://www.enc-online.org/elderly.htm
Article examining physiological, metabolic and economic changes that may effect some elderly having a nutrient poor diet.
Food Safety for the Elderly
http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC3642.htm
Age increases risk for food borne illness due to lowered stomach acid, weakened immune systems, reduced sense of smell. Foods safety precautions when handling, preparing, cooking, storing food for seniors.
Meals on Wheels
http://www.geocities.com/mow_au/
Community food services in western & south western Sydney Australia.
Nutrition and the Older Adult
http://www.crha-health.ab.ca/hlthconn/items/nut-oa.htm
Presented by The Calgary Regional Health Authority.
Nutrition Index
Articles devoted to nutrition in the elderly including requirements, physiological changes common problems and assessment of status.
Nutrition Screening Initiative
Nutrition checklist designed to alert individuals, family members, and physicians to conditions that may lead to malnutrition, particularly in the aged.
Nutritional Guidelines for Seniors
http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/1002896094.html
New food guide pyramid developed by the US Department of Agriculture's Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging.
Seek Wellness - Nutrition and Aging
http://www.seekwellness.com/nutrition/aging.htm
Offers several articles about foods and supplements that may slow aging or improve memory. Includes articles on food programs, how to read labels, and physical activity advice.
Senior Mag - Nutrition Glossary
http://www.seniormag.com/caregiverresources/glossary/glossary.htm
Nutritional supplements defined along with recommended usages, requirements/recommendations, and natural sources.