Advances in Understanding Nutritional Literacy among the Elderly

Abstract

Nutritional literacy encompasses an individual′s capacity to comprehend and utilize foundational nutrition information and services to make informed dietary choices, ultimately sustaining and enhancing personal health and nutrition.This article examines the determinants, evaluative methods, and intervention research related to the nutritional literacy of older adults.The aim is to furnish insights for exploring the current nutritional status and dietary patterns of the elderly in the medical realm, as well as to design tailored nursing interventions.By doing so, it seeks to elevate nutritional well-being and promote healthful eating practices among the aging population, thereby improving their overall nutritional status.

Keywords

• elderly
• nutritional literacy
• assessment tools
• intervention