The Senior Strength Diet: 7 Essential Nutrients to Prevent Malnutrition, Maintain Muscle and Overall Health
Introduction Imagine this: Your 78-year-old mother has always been independent. Lately, she seems more tired. Her clothes are hanging a bit looser. She says she's "just not that hungry anymore." This scenario plays out in millions of homes, and it's not just "normal aging." It's the early warning sign of protein-energy malnutrition—a condition affecting up to 1 in 3 older adults living in the community (and over 50% in hospitals) in US. In Singapore, 4 in 5 aged 65 and above who do not eat enough protein are at risk of malnutrition and have low muscle mass, making them prone to injury and falls. Common symptoms include reduced appetite, increased tiredness, reduced strength and ability to carry daily items like groceries. The good news? It's entirely preventable. And even better: it's reversible. This guide isn't about bland "senior diets" or restrictive eating. It's about strategic nutrition—eating to maintain muscle, boos...
