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Nutritional Challenges of Ageing

Older adults may face challenges that can put their physical integrity at risk. Reduced appetite, difficulty chewing, swallowing, digestive issues, psychological problems, or diseases may lead to malnutrition, which is widely linked to age-related musculoskeletal problems such as frailty, sarcopenia, and osteoporosis.1,2

Sarcopenia Risk

Progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength affects up to 20% of Western adults over 603, rising to 30–50% globally in those over 80.4

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Frailty Burden

Frailty, linked to age-related muscle loss and impaired physical function, affects globally up to 54% of people over 65 in hospitals5 and 19% in the community.6

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Bone Health Decline

Osteoporosis progressively reduces bone mass and structure, affecting up to 6% of men and 21% of women aged 50–84 across the EU.7

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Making Nutrition Routine

Nutrient-dense Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS) can provide a way for your patients to hit their specific nutritional requirements, in a patient-centric, adherence-friendly way. 8-10

Fresubin® PRO Drink* provides extra high nutritional density to support the complex needs of older adults, with a variety of flavour options. Per bottle, PRO Drink includes:

  • 28.8 g High-Quality Milk Protein: Supports muscle protein synthesis.
  • 10 μg Vitamin D & 700 mg Calcium: Provides over 50% of daily recommendations.
  • 2.6 g Prebiotic Fibre: Supports gut health and beneficial bacteria.

If drinks are challenging for your patients to swallow, the Fresubin range also includes spoonable crème options.

An older man lies in a hospital bed smiling knowing his nutritional needs are supported by Fresubin's range for older adults.

Fresubin PRO CRÉME

Variety in format, flavour and texture can help reduce resistance, limit taste fatigue and support adherence in older adults.8

Fresubin PRO CRÉME provides high-energy, high-protein nutrition in a smooth, spoonable format, offering patients a more familiar, food-like experience.

Its ready-to-use texture supports consistent intake and may be suitable for patients who prefer, or require, a crème-style option. The range of flavours also helps accommodate individual preferences, supporting regular use as part of a nutritional care plan.

With an IDDSI-aligned consistency (level 4/extremely thick) in every serving, Fresubin PRO CRÉME provides a reliable option for patients who need texture-modified nutritional support.11

The Fresubin PRO CRÈME range comes in 3 flavours (Apricot-Peach, Vanilla, Cappuccino) and 2 sizes to support ageing adults' nutritional needs.

Learn More About Our New Fresubin PRO CRÈME

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Fresubin PRO CRÈME Factsheet

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Nutrition to Support Recovery in Older Adults

Paul, 72, was struggling with malnutrition and significant digestive challenges following treatment for cancer.** Supported by his family, he followed a targeted nutritional support plan to restore his gut balance and rebuild his musculoskeletal health.

Everyone ages differently. Hear how focusing on nutrition and using oral nutritional supplements when needed has helped people stay strong, active, and engaged in life.

**Clinical scenario. For Healthcare Professionals only. To be used under medical supervision. This case does not imply guaranteed outcomes.

An older man smiles as he holds up Fresubin's Vanilla-flavoured PRO Drink that is designed to help support the nutritional needs of ageing adults.

Factsheets can be downloaded here.

Fresubin PRO COMPACT Drink Factsheet

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Fresubin PRO Drink Factsheet

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Fresubin PRO FIBRE COMPACT Drink Factsheet

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Fresubin PRO FIBRE Drink Factsheet

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Fresubin PRO CRÈME Factsheet

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*Fresubin products are food for special medical purposes, to be used under medical supervision.

 

References:

1.     Martone AM, Onder G, Vetrano DL, Ortolani E, Tosato M, Marzetti E, Landi F. Anorexia of aging: a modifiable risk factor for frailty. Nutrients. 2013 Oct 14;5(10):4126-33. doi: 10.3390/nu5104126. PMID: 24128975; PMCID: PMC3820063. Morley JE. Anorexia of aging: a true geriatric syndrome. J Nutr Health Aging. 2012 May;16(5):422-5. doi: 10.1007/s12603-012-0061-9. PMID: 22555783; PMCID: PMC12878074.

2.     Geiker NRW et al. Osteoporosis International 2020; 31: 601-615

3.     Morley JE, et al. J Cachexia Sarcopenia Muscle. 2014;5(4):253-9

4.     Artaza-Artabe I, Saez-Lopez P et al. The relationship between nutrition and frailty: Effects of protein intake, nutritional

5.     supplementation, vitamin D and exercise on muscle metabolism in the elderly. Mauritas 2016; 93: 89-99

6.     Verlaan S, Ligthart-Melis GC et al. High Prevalence of Physical Frailty Among Community-Dwelling Malnourished Older Adults – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2017; 18(5): 374-382

7.     Hernlund E, Svedbom A et al. Osteoporosis in the European Union: medical management, epidemiology and economic burden. Arch Osteoporos 2013; 8: 136 - 151Hubbard GP, Elia M, Holdoway A, Stratton RJ. A systematic review of compliance to oral nutritional supplements. Clin Nutr. 2012;31(3):293-312.

8.     Lester S, Kleijn M, Cornacchia L, Hewson L, Taylor MA, Fisk I. Factors Affecting Adherence, Intake, and Perceived Palatability of Oral Nutritional Supplements: A Literature Review. J Nutr Health Aging. 2022;26(7):663-674. Volkert D, Beck AM, Cederholm T, Cruz-Jentoft A, Goisser S, Hooper L, Kiesswetter E, Maggio M, Raynaud-Simon A, Sieber CC, Sobotka L, van Asselt D, Wirth R, Bischoff SC. ESPEN guideline on clinical nutrition and hydration in geriatrics. Clin Nutr. 2019 Feb;38(1):10-47. doi: 10.1016/j.clnu.2018.05.024. Epub 2018 Jun 18. PMID: 30005900. IDDSI Framework: The IDDSI Standard - Standards - IDDSI

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