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1. • • The normal reduction in appetite and food intake that occurs with aging should not lead to weight changes substantial enough to be confused with unintentional weight loss. 8
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2. www.alzheimers.net › 11/3/14-dementia-food-cravingsHow Food Cravings Change with Dementia | Alzheimers.net

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   Nov 3, 2014 · Many people with dementia experience sudden changes in appetite preferences and an increase in unhealthy cravings. As the disease progresses, taste buds diminish, insulin in the brain can drop and some people experience intense cravings for high-calorie foods.

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3. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org › discussion › mayoMayo Clinic Q and A: Weight loss in older adults can signal ...

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   Aug 11, 2015 · Weight loss in older adults can sometimes signal an underlying health issue. It’s important to have unexplained weight loss evaluated to investigate the cause and make sure there isn’t a bigger problem that needs attention.

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5. thegeriatricdietitian.com › elderly-not-eatingElderly Not Eating: Aging and Appetite - The Geriatric Dietitian

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   Mar 19, 2021 · Elderly Not Eating: Why it Matters. Believe it or not, being underweight is a greater risk factor for death than being overweight in the elderly population (2). The Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that around 16 percent of Americans over the age of 65 are consuming less than 1,000 calories per day (3).

6. www.webmd.com › healthy-aging › is-it-normal-to-loseLosing Weight As You Age: What’s Normal and What’s Not

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   May 1, 2023 · Maintaining a healthy weight is essential for good health and independence as you age. Unintentional weight loss is a big risk factor in older adults for multiple reasons.

7. health.usnews.com › health-news › health-wellnessHow Food Cravings Change as We Age - US News Health

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   Nov 27, 2014 · By Kristine Crane. |. Nov. 27, 2014, at 9:00 a.m. The good news is that our craving for junk food decreases as we age. And that may be nature’s blessing, since the bad news is that our...

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8. health.clevelandclinic.org › alzheimers-diseaseAlzheimer’s Disease and Weight Loss

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   Nov 8, 2023 · Dr. Pillai explains what’s happening and what can be done. Why people with Alzheimer’s disease lose weight. Weight loss is most common in the intermediate and later stages of Alzheimer’s disease, but it can happen much earlier, too. It can even be an early sign of dementia before a person is diagnosed with the condition in some cases.

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   How does weight loss affect the elderly?

   • Unintended weight loss can usher in numerous complications including a decrease in cognitive and physical functions, malnutrition and can contribute to an overall more rapid decline in health (3). There are many factors that affect eating habits of the elderly. Many elderly individuals are prescribed a regime of medications.

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   Can aging cause slow weight loss?

   • This happens in some people as a result of aging, but it often results in very slow weight loss. If there is an underlying medical problem, treatment for it may be able to help stabilize a person’s weight. In some cases, meal replacement drinks or other diet supplements can also help.

   Mayo Clinic Q and A: Weight loss in older adults can signal underlying

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   What factors affect eating habits of the elderly?

   • There are many factors that affect eating habits of the elderly. Many elderly individuals are prescribed a regime of medications. This may be for various medical conditions. Or to improve quality of life. Some of the most common medications prescribed include antibiotics, diuretics, anticoagulants and anti-inflammatory drugs (1).

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   Why do we lose weight as we get older?

   • This is often due to the fact that as we get older, we tend to lose muscle mass and gain fat mass (see Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss). Muscle is the most metabolically active organ in the body. With less of it, metabolic rate will slow. Compounded with limited physical activity, this can lead to a lack of hunger.

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   Can depression make the elderly eat more?

   • Depression can be a real hunger suppressor. So addressing the issue can be pertinent in getting the elderly to eat more. Consider involving a mental health specialist if you notice symptoms of depression to help address the root issues that may be contributing to this. As much as you can, help make mealtime a social experience!

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10. longtermcarerd.com › weight-loss-in-elderlyCauses of Weight Loss in the Elderly: A Dietitian’s Advice

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    Jun 14, 2023 · Weight loss can adversely affect an elderly person’s strength and mobility, increase their risk of falls, and complicate existing health conditions . Understanding these factors is vital for Dietitians to intervene appropriately and ensure that nutritional needs are addressed.