Where can I find reliable nutrition information for older adults?
1. Locating nutrition information on the Internet • The National Policy and Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging’s website offers a Hotlinks section with direct links to numerous nutrition and health sites that provide information for older adults. • The International Food Information Council offers a brochure “Better Eating for Better Aging” that details nutrition during older adulthood. • Many Cooperative Extension websites offer nutrition and older adult materials. The University of Georgia, Oklahoma State University, Iowa State University, University of Nebraska, in particular have much information on older adults and nutrition. • The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Information Center’s Nutrition Over the Lifecycle section lists websites relating to nutrition and older adults. 2. Locating a Registered Dietitian • While much information can be found on the Internet, it is important to contact a Registered Dietitian (RD) to develop a personalized nutrition plan.
