Dietary Supplements Used in Geriatrics Diseases: An Overview

Abstract

Geriatrics is a medical specialty that addresses the complex needs of older patients and emphasizes maintaining functional independence even in the presence of chronic disease. The treatment of geriatric patients necessitates a distinct and multifaceted approach. Geriatric medicines aim to promote health by preventing and treating diseases and disabilities in older adults. Development of effective dietary interventions for promoting healthy aging is an active but challenging area of research because aging is associated with an increased risk of chronic disease, disability, and death. The aging population is rising globally, leading to increased prevalence of chronic conditions such as dementia, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. This review emphasizes the role of dietary supplements and phytochemicals in improving health outcomes among elderly individuals, promoting longevity, and preventing disease. Nutritional status is one of the chief variables that explains differences in both the incidence and pathology of infection. Elderly people are at increased risk for micronutrient deficiencies due to a variety of factors including social, physical, economic, and emotional obstacles to eating. Thus there is an urgent need to shift priorities to increase our attention on ways to prevent chronic illnesses associated with aging. Individually, people must put increased efforts into establishing healthy lifestyle practices, including consuming a more healthful diet. The present review thus focuses on the phytochemicals of nutraceutical importance for the geriatric population.