Tackling Malnutrition Among the Elderly

The Bigger Picture · Health and Living · 16 Mar 2020 · 34 mins listen

Eating a healthy diet shouldn’t just be prioritised by the young, as malnutrition is increasingly affecting older adults these days. So how would our nutritional needs change as we grow older and what is the importance of a healthy diet among the elderly? We’re speaking to dietitian Rozanna M Rosly to find out more about the reasons behind malnutrition among the elderly and its consequences.

Produced by:

Lim Sue Ann

Presented by:

Sharmilla Ganesan

Categories:

Health Policy,Diseases and Conditions,Mental Health,Healthy Living,Fitness,Science,Medical Innovation and Technology

Tags:

malnourishment, nutritional needs, eating habits, balanced diet, social isolation, poverty, The Bigger Picture, Health & Living

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