The Nutritional Status of Long-Term Institutionalized Older Adults Is Associated with Functional Status, Physical Performance and Activity, and Frailty

The Nutritional Status of Long-Term Institutionalized Older Adults Is Associated with Functional Status, Physical Performance and Activity, and Frailty

Among older adults living in long-term nursing homes (LTNHs), maintaining an adequate functional status and independence is a challenge. Whilst a poor nutritional status is a potential risk factor for a decreased function in this population, its role is not fully understood. Here, using a transversa...

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Main Authors: Itxaso Mugica-Errazquin, Idoia Zarrazquin, Jesús Seco-Calvo, Javier Gil-Goikouria, Ana Rodriguez-Larrad, Janire Virgala, Nagore Arizaga, Beatriz Matilla-Alejos, Jon Irazusta, Maider Kortajarena
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-10-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
nutritional status
functional status
physical performance
physical activity
frailty
older adults
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/11/3716

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