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A Vicious Circle: Example Nutrition

Malnutrition

Apathy, depression, poor concentration

Reduced feeding capacity

Reduced mobility

Poor appetite

Loss of muscle strength

Shabbir M.H. Alibhai et al. CMAJ 2005;172:773-780

– 2x more likely to visit the doctor – 3x more likely to be hospitalized – more prone to infections – experience poor healing – suffer from diminished muscle strength