AVALIAÇÃO NUTRICIONAL E RISCO PARA DESENVOLVIMENTO DE OSTEOPOROSE POR IDOSOS

Abstract

The present study aimed to evaluate the nutritional status and the risk of developing osteoporosis in the elderly. The study was performed with the 28 participants of the NASF, weight and height, 24-hour recall, and a food frequency form were assessed. Mean and standard error were used for the statistical analyzes of the data. The study was approved by the Institution's Ethics Committee. Of the elderly participants, 59% were eutrophic, 34% were overweight, and 7% were underweight. Other risks for calcium absorption, such as frequent caffeine consumption, low fiber intake, high protein intake, and lack of vitamin D have been found. The study of the risk aspects for the development of osteoporosis in the elderly is very important, because with the increased life expectancy in this age group gave health profile is modified, osteoporosis can be prevented through measures such as balanced eating, regular practice of physical activity and exposure to the sun, these small interferences in the habit of life of the elderly can ensure a better quality of life.