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Malnutrition is rising among Singapore’s older adults, prompting nationwide efforts to improve nutrition and health.
Malnutrition is rising among older adults in Singapore, with 10% of healthy seniors and 17% of those with early frailty affected, according to a 2024 study.
Rates are higher among hospitalized or frail individuals, and experts link poor nutrition to increased frailty, falls, and worse health outcomes.
Despite food abundance, many seniors aged 50 to 69 fail to meet protein needs and exceed saturated fat and sodium limits.
Factors include reduced appetite, chronic illness, medications, isolation, and finances.
In response, Singapore launched EatWise SG in June, training over 500 community providers to identify risks and expand outreach through home care and community groups.
Health authorities are also hosting education events and distributing meal planning resources.
La desnutrición está aumentando entre los adultos mayores de Singapur, lo que impulsa esfuerzos a nivel nacional para mejorar la nutrición y la salud.