Geriatric Malnutrition

Many people don’t think of eating disorders as significant problems among elderly people, but they are. Good nutrition is critical for our overall health and wellness. Malnutrition among the elderly is a serious issue and knowing the warning signs may mean the difference between health and illness. Malnutrition among the elderly can be associated with a weakened immune system, increase in infections, poor wound healing, weakened muscles, decreased bone mass, falls, fractures, risk of hospitalization and an increased risk in death. Malnutrition can also lead to a greater lack of interest in appetite or eating, making matters much worse. Read More → http://www.drjimcollins.com/geriatric... ★ FREE CEU → https://www.ceu.academy/free-ceu/ — CONNECT WITH ME: Facebook →   / drjimcollins   LinkedIn →   / drjimcollins   Website → http://www.drjimcollins.com