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Patricia Cardoso

 

Patricia Cardoso

Nutritionist Specialist in Gerontology
Brazil

Abstract Title:

Nutritional strategies in the promotion of active aging and the prevention of sarcopenia: a literature review

Biography:

1. BAUER, J. et al. Evidence-based recommendations for optimal dietary protein intake in older people: a position paper from the PROT-AGE Study Group. Journal of the American Medical Directors Association, v. 14, n. 8, p. 542-559, 2013. 2. CRUZ-JENTOFT, A. J. et al. Sarcopenia: revised European consensus on definition and diagnosis. Age and Ageing, v. 48, n. 1, p. 16-31, 2019. 3. MAHAN, L. K.; RAYMOND, J. L. Krause: Food, Nutrition and Diet Therapy. 14. ed. Rio de Janeiro: Elsevier, 2018. 4. SBGG (Brazilian Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology). Treaty of Geriatrics and Gerontology. 4. ed. Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Koogan, 2016. 5. WHO (World Health Organization). World report on ageing and health. Geneva: WHO, 2015.

Research Interests:

1. INTRODUCTION The aging process is accompanied by physiological, metabolic, and social changes that directly impact nutritional status. Gerontological Nutrition does not only aim at the treatment of diseases, but, primarily, at the "welcoming that strengthens", seeking to preserve the autonomy of the individual. Early detection of nutritional risks is essential to avoid functional decline. 2. PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF AGING AND NUTRITION With advancing age, a reduction in skeletal muscle mass (sarcopenia) and an increase in visceral fat are observed. In addition, hypochlorhydria and changes in palatability can lead to protein-energy malnutrition. 3. PILLARS OF NUTRITIONAL INTERVENTION IN THE ELDERLY 1. Protein Intake: Unlike young adults, the elderly need an even distribution of proteins throughout meals (approx. 1.2 to 1.5g/kg/day) to stimulate muscle protein synthesis. 2. Critical Micronutrients: Attention should be paid to levels of Vitamin D, B12, Calcium and Magnesium. 3. Hydration: The thirst mechanism is attenuated in the elderly, making programmed water intake a vital intervention. 4. THE ROLE OF THE GERONTOLOGIST NUTRITIONIST The professional must act beyond the dietary prescription. Welcoming and understanding the biopsychosocial context of the elderly allow for real adherence to the food plan, promoting not only health, but dignity. 5. CONCLUSION Specialized nutritional intervention in gerontology proves to be one of the most effective tools for health promotion. Nutrition that "welcomes and strengthens" is one that understands the limitations of senescence and enhances the functional capacities of the elderly.