Older adults tend to progressively change the way they eat due to taking medications and suffering from illnesses.

Nutrition is essential to maintain a good quality of life for this population.

Factors that can contribute to dietary changes that could lead to nutritional deficiencies are: medication side effects, distancing, and physical and mental limitations.

The most important recommendations are: eat a balanced diet, engage in low intensity physical activity, hydrate well, and engage in recreational activities.

The recommended foods are: fruits and vegetables.