Download Nutrition for Older Adults Strength, Coordination, Range of Motion

Nutrition for Older Adults
Strength, Coordination, Range of Motion and
Nutrition
Presented by
Janice Hermann, PhD, RD/LD
OCES Adult and Older Adult Nutrition Specialist
Strength, Coordination, Range of
Motion and Nutrition
Changes in Muscles, Bones and Joints
 Changes in muscles, bones and joints can get
in the way of good nutrition
Changes in Muscles and Bones
 Muscle, bone mass and body water tend to
decrease with age
 Muscle loss can result in decreased strength,
coordination and range of motion.
 Bone loss can increase the risk of fractures.
Changes in Joints
 Arthritis is a problem for many older adults
Changes in Muscle, Bone and Joints
 Changes in strength, coordination and range of
motion can make grocery shopping, cooking
and even eating more difficult
Maintaining Muscle and Bone
Maintaining Muscle and Bones
 Good nutrition helps maintain muscle and
bones
 Protein
 Calcium and vitamin D
Maintaining Muscle and Bone
 Physical activity helps muscle and bones
 Strength training
 Build muscle
 Lower body fat
 Weight bearing and resistance
 Build muscle
 Build bone
 Added Bonus: Building muscle
can help increase body water
Tips if Strength, Coordination and
Range of Motion Decrease
Tips for Changes in Muscles, Bones and
Joints
 Keep a supply of food on hand
 Arrange the house for safety
 Assistive technology devices
 Changes in how food
is prepared or served
Summary
 Maintain muscle and bone
 Arrange the house for safety
 Assistive technology devices can help
 Consider how food is prepared and served