Swallowing difficulty and nutrient intakes among residents in assisted living facilities in Helsinki

Conclusion Although malnutrition was more common among those with SWD than those without, the daily intakes of energy, protein and micronutrients were similar in these groups, highlighting that the risk of malnutrition and low nutrient intakes commonly occurred in both groups of residents in assisted living facilities.
Source: European Geriatric Medicine - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research