Suboptimal levels of various nutrients, including vitamin D, vitamin B12, calcium, zinc and choline, are concerns for older adults. While strategic food selection can bridge some nutrient gaps, supplementation may be warranted in select circumstances. In this lecture, practitioners will learn when and how to utilize dietary supplements to meet the micronutrient needs of adults 60 and older.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand underlying causes of low nutrient levels in older adults.
- Learn about age-related metabolic enzyme decline
- Discover essential considerations for evidence-based use of supplements in older adults
