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Developing and Promoting Sustainable Food‑Based Dietary Guidelines for the Elderly – Towards Improving Their Health
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A Shokri   , N Omidvar , D Ghodsi , H Eini Zinab , A Rezazadeh * |
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Abstract: (144 Views) |
Bachround and Aims: Iran's elderly population is projected to reach 22% by (2031). At present, 12% of the elderly suffer from severe malnutrition. Severe deficiencies in energy intake, fiber, calcium, vitamin D, zinc, and vitamin B12 – particularly among those over 80 years of age – indicate a critical nutritional situation. To date, no sustainable food-based dietary guideline specifically designed for the elderly has been developed in Iran. This study aimed to develop a healthy andsustainable diatary guideline for older adults of Iran.
Material Methods: This study used linear and goal programming to model a daily intake range (lower bound: 75% of requirements; upper bound: 90%).
Results: Three policy recommendations include approval of the "elderly plate”, public education, targeted counseling.
Conclusion: Implementation of these recommendations is a strategic necessity for the health of Iran's aging population. |
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| Keywords: Food‑Based Dietary Guidelines (FBDGs), Elderly / Older adults, Sustainable nutrition, Elderly plate |
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Article type: Brief Policy |
Subject:
nutrition
Received: 2026/05/25 | Accepted: 2026/01/30 | Published: 2026/06/1
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