Diet quality is associated with malnutrition and low calf circumference in Canadian long-term care residents.

Natalie CarrierLita VillalonChristina LengyelSusan E SlaughterLisa DuizerJill Morrison-KoechlHeather Keller

Published in: BMC nutrition (2019)

Diet quality is associated with malnutrition and individual nutrients (NARs) with a low CC. In addition to calories and protein, nutrient dense diets that promote adequate micronutrient intake are required in LTC.

Keyphrases

long term care
weight loss
physical activity
body mass index
heavy metals
weight gain