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3 Predictions for Older Adults in 2009 from the Nutrition Experts

How Fitness and Nutrition Professionals should be aware of these predictions and educate the older population about Resistance Training and Nutrition in Brain Health

Here's what some of the Nutrition experts predicted and reported at the American Dietetic Association's Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo in Chicago late October 2008:

Conference presenters predicted that Baby Boomers will fall victim to debilitating condition called sarcopenia, a progressive loss of muscle mass. To respond to this "silent epidemic," fitness professionals should educate older adults about the benefits of exercise, especially resistance training. Nurture your noggin was the call of some presenters who spoke about the vital role of nutrition in brain health. Presenters discussed the beneficial effects of different nutrients and food compounds, such as omega -3 fatty acids found in fish , and theanine , an amino acid found in tea. The take-home message was that nutrition may improve memory and slow cognitive decline associated with aging. A new term, ecogastronomy, refers to the trend among consumers to eat "green" and in a way that sustains both our planet and our bodies. Presenters underscored the need to educate people about how their food choices affect the environment; examples of negative influences included our reliance on disposable plastic bottles and throwaway utensils, Americans' excessive beef consumption and the transport of goods over great distances

These are the facts and predictions of the very best and we should all make an effort to educate the public and the consumers of these influences and trends. Have a healthy and happy day!

Source: American Dietetic Association Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo late October 2008.

By, Natalie Pyles

Fitness & Weight-loss Expert, Nutrition Specialist, Author, and NSA Speaker