1. The Aging Population A focus on nutrition
Carol S. Johnston, PhD, RD
Professor and Associate Director
Nutrition Program, Arizona State University

2. B12 VITAMIN A VITAMIN C ZINC FIBER / ANTIOXIDANTS PROTEIN CALCIUM
VITAMIN D

3. The Aging Gut VITAMIN D PROTEIN CALCIUM VITAMIN C ZINC
Gall bladder removal
Gall bladder:
reduced bile acid secretion interferes with fat soluble vitamin absorption
Proton pump inhibitor use:
Prilosec
Nexium
VITAMIN D
OMEGA 3 FATTY ACIDS (fish oil)
Stomach: reduced acid interferes with nutrient absorption
PROTEIN
Diabetes
VITAMIN B12
Pancreas:
reduced insulin secretion raises blood sugar
CALCIUM
VITAMIN C
ZINC

4. x2 9 g protein 1 mcg B12 350 mg calcium 25 g protein 2 mcg B12

5. cod liver oil
D = 600 IU

6. Zinc
B12
Protein
Vitamin C
label: 72 mg/c
actual(?): 50 mg/c
82 mg

7. Thank you!