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Optimal Nutrition in the Older Adult: Beneficial Versus Ineffective Supplements.

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Haines, KL; Gorenshtein, L; Lumpkin, S; Grisel, B; Gallagher, S
Published in: Curr Nutr Rep
June 2023

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Proper nutrition in older adults is essential, as nutritional deficiencies are common in this population. This review aims to summarize the benefits and risks of nutritional supplementation in the older adult population including the efficacy of various supplements, their risks, and common drug interactions with frequently prescribed medications. RECENT FINDINGS: In recent years, a growing percentage of older adults have been found to take multiple daily nutritional supplements. This population has complex nutritional needs due to the physiology of aging and the presence of comorbidities. However, many primary care providers are unaware of the benefits and drawbacks of nutritional supplementation in the elderly. This review summarizes the current literature to provide more clarity to providers on how to support this population's nutritional needs. Nutritional supplementation is essential for elderly populations who may not be able to obtain adequate nutrition from dietary sources. Supplements vary widely in efficacy and safety. As such, supplementation should be individualized and guided by a qualified healthcare provider to ensure patients receive effective, beneficial nutrition.

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Curr Nutr Rep

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2161-3311

Publication Date

June 2023

Volume

12

Issue

2

Start / End Page

231 / 237

Location

United States

Related Subject Headings

  • Vitamins
  • Nutritional Status
  • Malnutrition
  • Humans
  • Dietary Supplements
  • Diet
  • Aged
  • 3210 Nutrition and dietetics
  • 1111 Nutrition and Dietetics
 

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Haines, K. L., Gorenshtein, L., Lumpkin, S., Grisel, B., & Gallagher, S. (2023). Optimal Nutrition in the Older Adult: Beneficial Versus Ineffective Supplements. Curr Nutr Rep, 12(2), 231–237. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13668-023-00459-y
Haines, Krista L., Laura Gorenshtein, Stephanie Lumpkin, Braylee Grisel, and Scott Gallagher. “Optimal Nutrition in the Older Adult: Beneficial Versus Ineffective Supplements.Curr Nutr Rep 12, no. 2 (June 2023): 231–37. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13668-023-00459-y.
Haines KL, Gorenshtein L, Lumpkin S, Grisel B, Gallagher S. Optimal Nutrition in the Older Adult: Beneficial Versus Ineffective Supplements. Curr Nutr Rep. 2023 Jun;12(2):231–7.
Haines, Krista L., et al. “Optimal Nutrition in the Older Adult: Beneficial Versus Ineffective Supplements.Curr Nutr Rep, vol. 12, no. 2, June 2023, pp. 231–37. Pubmed, doi:10.1007/s13668-023-00459-y.
Haines KL, Gorenshtein L, Lumpkin S, Grisel B, Gallagher S. Optimal Nutrition in the Older Adult: Beneficial Versus Ineffective Supplements. Curr Nutr Rep. 2023 Jun;12(2):231–237.
Journal cover image

Published In

Curr Nutr Rep

DOI

EISSN

2161-3311

Publication Date

June 2023

Volume

12

Issue

2

Start / End Page

231 / 237

Location

United States

Related Subject Headings

  • Vitamins
  • Nutritional Status
  • Malnutrition
  • Humans
  • Dietary Supplements
  • Diet
  • Aged
  • 3210 Nutrition and dietetics
  • 1111 Nutrition and Dietetics