Addressing claims that nutritional supplements can enhance overall health and longevity, a recent review investigated their impact on heart health, stroke and mortality. The researchers
Recently we highlighted the need for mandatory meal and nutrition standards in aged care, to improve food quality and health of older adults as an
Twenty years ago, the term “sarcopenia” – Greek for “poverty of flesh” – was coined to describe the muscle wasting that occurs with aging. Often
After sitting through Day 1 of APAC’s Healthy Ageing Summit in Singapore, attendees relaxed at a cocktail reception. “The vibe of the reception was buzzing
The appalling, substandard quality of residential aged care in Australia hit the limelight in recent years after staff spoke out and sparked a much needed
Nearly half of older adults don’t get enough protein – and that’s a problem. While a nutritionally well-rounded diet is vital at any age, and
Frailty is a serious problem for older adults and affects around half of people over 80. With its associated issues including weakness, muscle wasting, falls
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