WODA JAKO NIEZBĘDNY SKŁADNIK POKARMOWY W ŻYWIENIU OSÓB W PODESZŁYM WIEKU
WATER AS AN ESSENTIAL NUTRIENT IN THE DIET OF THE ELDERLY

Summary/Abstract: Water is an essential nutrient and therefore has to be constantly supplied to ensure the proper function of the organism. Inadequate intake of water could cause disruption of human body homeostasis and consequently lead to health disorders. Dehydration reduces physical capacity, and causes cognitive and mood disorders. Increased risk of dehydration occurs in the elderly, which is caused by reduced sensation of thirst leading to the reduced water consumption. Dehydration is a public health problem and deserves attention not only from qualified medical personnel but also from the older people care taking into account that adequate water intake will help to reduce morbidity and mortality in this group. The aim of this study was to collect and provide information regarding water requirements and the risk factors of dehydration in people over 65 years old and to propose diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. The objective of this study was accomplished based on a thorough analysis of the literature concerning hydration and nutrition of elderly people.

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