Arthritis as a Potassium Deficiency
Potassium nutrition and physiology around the concept that the low potassium always present in arthritis and usually in heart disease should be relieved. An exhaustive opinion on the subject.
http://members.tripod.com/~charles_W/arthritis.html
Copper Physiology
A detailed and referenced opinion on copper nutrition and physiology as they pertain to hemorrhoids, slipped discs, aneurisms, emphysema, infection, arthritis, and maybe gray hair.
http://members.tripod.com/~charles_W/copper.html
Eating Well as We Age
The Food and Drug Administration. Problems, solutions, nutrition facts.
http://www.fda.gov/opacom/lowlit/eatage.html
Elderly Nutrition Program - Administration on Aging
Provides for congregate (group) and home-delivered meals.
http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/eldfam/Nutrition/Nutrition.asp
Food Safety for the Elderly
Age increases risk for food borne illness due to lowered stomach acid, weakened immune systems, reduced sense of smell. Foods safety precautions when handling, preparing, cooking, storing food for seniors.
http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC3642.htm
Meals on Wheels
Community food services in western and south western Sydney Australia.
http://www.geocities.com/mow_au/
Nutrition Index
Articles devoted to nutrition in the elderly including requirements, physiological changes common problems and assessment of status.
http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dept/dental/Dental_Educational_Software/Gerontology_and_Geriatric_Dentistry/nutrition/nutrition_index.html
Nutritional Guidelines for Seniors
New food guide pyramid developed by the US Department of Agriculture's Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging.
http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/1002896094.html
Seek Wellness - Nutrition and Aging
Offers several articles about foods and supplements that may slow aging or improve memory. Includes articles on food programs, how to read labels, and physical activity advice.
http://www.seekwellness.com/nutrition/aging.htm
Senior Mag - Nutrition Glossary
Nutritional supplements defined along with recommended usages, requirements/recommendations, and natural sources.
http://www.seniormag.com/caregiverresources/glossary/glossary.htm
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