In old age. the complex relation of food consumption with energy and nutrie
nt requirements finds expression in both single and multiple nutritional pr
oblems. Addressing conditions affecting intake either from foods or from su
pplements - endogenous production, bioefficacy and;or requirements can bene
fit nutritional health in old age through balancing requirements and supply
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