Volume: 3, 2024
3rd International PhD Student’s Conference at the University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Poland:
ENVIRONMENT – PLANT – ANIMAL – PRODUCT
Abstract number: H010
DOI: https://doi.org/10.24326/ICDSUPL3.H010
Published online: 24 April 2024
ICDSUPL, 3, H010 (2024)
The therapeutic dietary strategy in geriatric obesity with comorbidity
Paulina Łysakowska1*, Justyna Libera1, Aldona Sobota1
1 Division of Grain Technology and Engineering, Department of Plant-Origin Raw Materials Technology and Gastronomy, Faculty of Food Sciences and Biotechnology, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Skromna 8, 20-704 Lublin, Poland
* Corresponding author: paulina.lysakowska@up.lublin.pl
Abstract
The aging of populations worldwide poses significant socio-medical challenges, particularly regarding nutritional care for older individuals. Increased life expectancy, coupled with advances in medicine and socio-economic conditions, necessitate an understanding of the role of dietary strategies in preventing and managing age-related health issues. This study focuses on analyzing the impact of therapeutic dietary strategies concerning geriatric obesity with accompanying comorbidity, alongside identifying nutritional errors and their effects on the health of aging populations. The literature review underscores significant nutritional irregularities among older adults, including excessive consumption of sugar, salt, and fat. Additionally, patient cases are presented wherein dietary interventions have focused on weight reduction through appropriately tailored diets. In light of the conducted research, personalized dietary plans for older individuals are crucial, incorporating principles of a healthy diet, macronutrient balance, and meal regularity. Furthermore, education on healthy eating habits and promotion of physical activity are key components of effective nutritional therapy in the geriatric population. The findings from this analysis suggest not only the need for individualized dietary strategies but also the importance of educational efforts aimed at improving the health and quality of life of older individuals. There is also the prospect of utilizing shared dietary approaches for patients with diverse medical conditions, necessitating flexibility and specialized knowledge in conducting nutritional therapy in the geriatric population.
Keywords: geriatric obesity, therapeutic dietary strategies, nutritional irregularities, personalized dietary plans, educational efforts
How to cite
P. Łysakowska, J. Libera, A. Sobota, 2024. The therapeutic dietary strategy in geriatric obesity with comorbidity. In: 3rd International PhD Student’s Conference at the University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Poland: Environment – Plant – Animal – Product. https://doi.org/10.24326/ICDSUPL3.H010