According to research, poor nutrition is a highly prevalent issue among older adults. The consequences of increased nutrition risk include malnutrition, frailty, decreased quality of life, hospitalization, and higher mortality rates. In Canada, approximately one-third of adults aged 50 and older are at nutrition risk.

Did you know:
• Not getting enough nutrition puts someone at nutrition risk.
• Nutrition risk means there is a chance of developing health issues or diseases that may affect physical functioning due to muscle loss, bone loss, and malnutrition.
• These complications can lead to serious health problems that can affect the ability to be independent.
• Asking specific questions about nutrition can find people who are at low, medium, or high risk of developing health problems. This is called nutrition screening.
• The Golden Circle’s Outreach program does nutrition screening for all their clients!