Blood levels of the micronutrient zinc decrease with advancing age in normally nourished elderly persons
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Background The prevalence of malnutrition in elderly populations has emerged as a social issue. Malnutrition can cause significant deterioration of health, impede individuals’ independence and quality of life, and increase morbidity and mortality rates. Early detection and prompt treatment are very important in preventing malnutrition. The Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) is now widely used for nutrition screening and as an assessment tool for elderly persons aged over 65 years. In this study, we investigated which blood nutrients were liable to decrease with advancing age in healthy elderly persons who were classified as normally nourished.
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