As the older adult population continues to grow, so will the prevalence and incidence of age-related disorders. In Handbook of Clinical Nutrition and Aging, Second Edition, the editors and contributors (a panel of recognized academicnutritionists, geriatricians, clinicians and scientists) have thoroughly updated and revised their widely acclaimed first edition with fresh perspectives and the latest scientific and clinical developments in age-associated disease. New chapters tackle ecological perspectives on adult eating behavior, and behavioral theories applied to nutritional therapies in aging, while topics such as Sarcopenia and Cachexia are discussed in greater detail. The authors outlinethe physiological basis for each disorder, provide the latest information about the interaction of nutrition with these conditions, and review the potential routes and mechanisms for clinical intervention. Thoroughly updated and revised new edition Presents the most critical clinical issues in geriatric nutrition A valuable guide to all who provide care to older adults Written by recognized nutritionists, geriatricians, clinicians and scientists INDICE: From the contents I. Over-Arching Issues for Nutritional Well Being in Late Life. An Ecological Perspective on Older Adult Eating Behavior. Behavioral Theories Applied to Nutritional Therapies in Aging. Global Graying and Disease Prevention: An Update on China and a Look Forward.- II. Fundamentals of Nutrition and Geriatric Syndromes. Update on Nutritional Assessment Strategies. Sensory Impairment: Taste and Smell Impairments with Aging. Nutrition and the Aging Eye. Common Gastrointestinal Complaints in Older Adults. Hydration, Electrolytes, and Mineral Needs. Redefining Nutritional Frailty: Interventionsfor Weight Loss Due to Undernutrition. Sarcopenia. Cachexia: Diagnosis and Treatment. The Relationship of Nutrition and Pressure Ulcers. Nutrition at the End of Life: Ethical Issues.- III. Common Clinical Conditions. Nutrition and Oral Health: A Two-Way Relationship. Obesity in Older Adults: A Growing Problem.Nutrition and Lifestyle Changes in Older Adults with Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic Syndrome.
- ISBN: 978-1-60327-384-8
- Editorial: Humana
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 1190
- Fecha Publicación: 01/03/2009
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés