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Poor appetite among the Older Adults

Category: Healthy Ageing
Healthy Ageing

Loss of appetite is common among older adults. Different factors can cause it so we need to know how to identify & treat it.

Up to 30% of older adults have reduced appetite/food intake.

Common Causes

  • Depression/ stress
  • Medications
  • Illness
  • Dehydration
  • Mobility issues
  • Memory problems
  • Change in taste/ smell
  • Social Factors
  • Poor dental health

pdfPoor appetite among the Older Adults