BOR FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / NUTRITION AND DIETETICS / BES2028 - NUTRITION IN OLD AGE
 
Learning Outcomes Of the Course 
1Knows the main concepts of aging and the aging population.
2Knows the physiological mechanisms of aging and theories of aging.
3Knows how to screen and assess nutritional status in aging.
4Knows energy and nutrient requirements in older adults.
5Knows nutrition-related geriatric health issues and appropriate nutritional recommendations.
6Plans a healthy nutrition programme for older adults.
7Knows the recommendations for polypharmacy, food-drug interactions, and physical activity in aging.