Part C - Nutrition for Older Adults Older adults have some unique nutrient needs

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Part C - Nutrition for Older Adults

Older adults have some unique nutrient needs, as well as specific difficulties related to nutrition. A good diet and lifestyle are essential for maintaining health and preventing chronic disease.

Please choose the correct statements about nutrition for older adults.

Select all that apply.

Select all that apply.

1-Many older adults have difficulty absorbing vitamin B12 from food. 2-Severe arthritis can impact mobility as well as diet choices. 3-Herbal supplements are a safe and natural way for older adults to manage health conditions without expensive prescription drugs. 4-Older adults should avoid exercise to reduce the risk of injury.

Explanation / Answer

Option 3&4 are incorrect because:

Thus Correct options are 1&2.

These are true statements.

Ans:

1-Many older adults have difficulty absorbing vitamin B12 from food.
2-Severe arthritis can impact mobility as well as diet choices.

Ans:

1-Many older adults have difficulty absorbing vitamin B12 from food.
2-Severe arthritis can impact mobility as well as diet choices.

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