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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 9, 2025

4 min

What is a geriatric nutritionist?

According to the National Council on Aging, up to one-quarter of all older adults and half of all hospitalized older adults are at risk for malnutrition. Addressing these complex needs is the specialized role of a geriatric nutritionist, a healthcare professional dedicated to optimizing nutrition for older adults.

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Oct 7, 2025

4 min

Is 1200 calories enough for a 50 year old woman?

For most women, a 1200-calorie diet does not provide enough energy or nutrients to support optimal health and well-being. As women approach and enter menopause, hormonal shifts, a slowing metabolism, and changes in body composition mean caloric needs and nutritional requirements shift, making a dangerously low-calorie diet particularly risky.

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