Providing Healthy and Safe Foods as We Age: Workshop Summary

by Food Forum, Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board

Does a longer life mean a healthier life? The number of adults over 65 in the United States is growing, but many may not be aware that they are at greater risk from foodborne diseases and their nutritional needs change as they age. The IOM's Food Forum held a workshop October 29-30, 2009, to discuss food safety and nutrition concerns for older adults.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0309158834
• ISBN13: 9780309158831
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Length: 192 Pages