Thompson M
J Natl Med Assoc. 1980 Aug;72(8):795-803.
After an introduction which defines the scope of geriatric nutrition, the current literature dealing with the subject is reviewed. Nutrition is seen as an important aspect of aging and health.The role of the practicing physician in the area of geriatric nutrition is discussed. The author relates personal experiences in this area.The concluding principle is that proper nutrition is an important tool in preventive medicine in the elderly in which the practicing physician can play a vital role.
在引言部分对老年营养的范围进行界定之后,本文对当前有关该主题的文献进行了综述。营养被视为衰老与健康的一个重要方面。文中讨论了执业医师在老年营养领域的作用。作者讲述了在该领域的个人经历。最后的原则是,合理营养是老年预防医学中的一项重要手段,执业医师在其中可发挥关键作用。