title: [Nutrition in old age (author's transl)].
abstract: The present study on nutrition in old age was intended to make some of its fundamental problems a subject of discussion. It was meant to show that there still are some unclear and vague conceptions in this field. But the problems raised should not prevent the application of those recommendations in every-day work which seem to be justified on the basis of present knowledge. It appears to be essential that, in spite of the general character of such guidelines, the individual's specific situation should always be given priority when considering his case. Advice on nutrition should not resemble strict orders, but take into account both the physical and psychic as well as the social situation of the individual concerned. As is always the case in geriatrics, the precept holds good that elderly people should be allowed rather than fortbidden to do things they like.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D004032:Diet; D005247:Feeding Behavior; D006801:Humans; D009751:Nutritional Requirements
vernacular_title: Ernährung im Alter.