Nutrition for the Older Adult

Nutrition for the Older Adult, 3rd Edition introduces undergraduate students to the distinct nutritional needs of aging populations. Written by Melissa Bernstein and Nancy Munoz, the textbook addresses the demographic, physiological, and clinical dimensions of geriatric nutrition.

Initial chapters present the demographics of aging, the physiology of aging, and vitamin and mineral requirements for older adults. The text also covers clinical considerations, including the nutritional implications of common diseases, nutritional assessment, pharmacology, and nutritional support.

Prepared for students across nutrition, nursing, public health, and gerontology programs, the textbook includes pedagogical tools such as the Viewpoint feature, which offers professional perspectives on working with older adults.