Food Forum, Institute of Medicine, "Providing Healthy and Safe Foods As We Age: Workshop Summary"
English | ISBN 10: 0309158834 | 2010 | PDF | 192 pages | 2.8 MB
Does a longer life mean a healthier life? The number of adults over 65 in the United States is growing, but many may not be aware that they are at greater risk from foodborne diseases and their nutritional needs change as they age. The IOM's Food Forum held a workshop October 29-30, 2009, to discuss food safety and nutrition concerns for older adults.