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Frailty in the Elderly

Frailty is a syndrome that can be diagnosed when certain symptoms appear.

There are five ways to diagnose frailty in the elderly: slow walking speed, weak hand grip, feeling tired, weight loss, low physical activity, etc. The video introduces the diagnosis of the above five symptoms in detail, and the diagnosis of aging, disease and frailty The diseases are closely linked to each other, and adequate nutrition can help the elderly recover from frailty. The film ends by telling about the appropriate daily protein intake for the elderly.

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Healthy Eating for Seniors: A Comprehensive Guide

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