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Nutrition & Oral Health
Ethan Smietana, Nicole Stephenson, Sierra Strathy
Health Aspects of Aging
Why do you think nutrition is important as you get older?
Why do you think oral health is important as you get older?
Importance of Nutrition & Oral HealthAging is a natural process
Good nutrition helps keep teeth and gums healthy
Helps improve quality of lifeHealth in the Later Years
NutritionEverything you eat
& drink matters!
Focus on variety, amount, & nutrition
ChooseMyPlate.gov
Choose a variety of healthy food/drinks:
Fruit & Vegetables - GreenGrains - Tan/BrownProtein - RedDairy - BlueHealthy Oils - Yellow ChooseMyPlate.gov
Fruit & VegetablesWhole fruit & vegetables
Rich in nutrients & fiber
Low in calories
Raw, crunchy fruit/vegetables help clean teeth
Buy in season cheaper and at their peak flavor
Choose My Plate & MyPlate for Older Adults
Fruit & VegetablesStock pantry with multiple
forms:
Fresh
Frozen
Canned
“Reduced sodium,” “low sodium,” or “no salt added”
Women: 1 ½ - 2 cupsMen: 2 - 2 ½ cups
Choose My Plate & MyPlate for Older Adults
GrainsWhole grain & fortified foods are good
sources of fiber and B vitaminsSubstitute whole wheat for refined
productsWhole bread for white bread
Check to make sure “whole grain” is first ingredient listed
Women: 5oz (3oz whole grain)Men: 6oz (3oz whole grain)
Choose My Plate & MyPlate for Older Adults
ProteinGo lean with protein
Beef - 92%lean/8% fat
Chicken - buy skinless or remove skin before cooking
Choose seafood at least 2x per week
High in omega-3 fatty acids
Salmon, trout, & herring
Women: 5ozMen: 5 ½ oz
Choose My Plate & MyPlate for Older Adults
DairyFat-free & low-fat milk, cheese, &
yogurt provide protein, calcium, and other important nutrients
Sweeten non-fat yogurt with fruit or savory with chives to enhance flavor
If you avoid milk calcium-fortified juices, cereals, breads, rice, almond, or soy milk
Men & Women: 3 cupsChoose My Plate & MyPlate for Older Adults
FluidsWater, tea, coffee, soups,
fruit & vegetables
Add lemon, lime, or orange to water to add flavor
Fluid-filled fruit/vegetables: bell peppers, grapes, lettuce, strawberries, tomatoes, melons
Choose My Plate & MyPlate for Older Adults
Green TeaImproves health of teeth &
gums
Inhibits growth of cavity-causing bacteria
Freshens breath by killing odor-causing bacteria
Rich in fluoride - well known tooth strengthener
The Dental Diet: 10 Nutrition Strategies for Healthy Teeth
OilsImportant source of Monounsaturated and
Polyunsaturated fatsPolyunsaturated fat contains essential fatty acids
Main source of vitamin E in diet (Alz)
Common sources:Olive oil, canola oil, other vegetable and cooking oils.
Avocados, nuts, olives, and fish.
Balance is key
Women: 5 tsp.Men: 6 tsp.https://www.choosemyplate.gov/oils
Nutrients Promoting Oral HealthIdeally required from diet
Vitamin C: Promotes gum health Citrus fruits, tomatoes, peppers, spinach
Deficiency: gum recession, gingivitis
Thiamine:Needed for carb, fat, and protein metabolismDeficiency: oral mucosa sensitivity, burning tongue, & impaired
tasteOlder Adults: 9 Nutrients You May Be Missing
Calcium:Studies show our intake decreases with age
Promote strong teeth and bones
May enhance enamel remineralization
Low-fat milk, salmon, dark leafy greens
Vitamin D:Best source from sunlight
Aids absorption of Calcium
Enhance enamel remineralization
Increased bone density (osteo)
PhosphorusGood for strong teeth
Eggs, fish, lean meat and dairy products
Healthy Nutrition for Healthy Teeth
Nutrients Needed for Oral Health
Oral Health and Nutrition in the Elderly
Added SugarEmpty calories
Overloads liver
Insulin Resistance
Fat production
Leading contributor to obesity in children and adults
Strong statistical association with the risk of heart disease
Poor oral health
https://authoritynutrition.com/10-disturbing-reasons-why-sugar-is-bad/https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/salt-and-sodium/sodium-health-risks-and-disease/
What to Avoid
Processed FoodsContain hydrogenated fats; trans fat: Raises LDL,
Lowers HDL
Spikes blood sugar: may lead to insulin resistance
Empty calories
Healthy Alternatives
High Sodium IntakeCanned foods, fast food
Increased risk for hypertension
Moderationhttps://authoritynutrition.com/10-disturbing-reasons-why-sugar-is-bad/https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/salt-and-sodium/sodium-health-risks-and-disease/
How many times do you brush your teeth per day?
SignificancePoor nutrition can result in a number of chronic
illnesses
Good nutrition can lead to a healthy lifestyle and positive self-image
Pick good portion sizes
Make your plate look colorful
Importance of Oral Health
Allows you to eat the food you would like
Self confidencePositive self-imageCan help lower risks of oral
diseases
What happens when your mouth isn’t healthy...
Dental caries
Tooth Decay
Sugar!
Oral Health and Nutrition in the
Elderly.
Tooth Loss
CalciumVitamin D
Oral Health and Nutrition in the
Elderly.
Periodontal Disease
Vitamin C
Oral Health and Nutrition in the
Elderly.
Oral Cancer● Sugar● Alcohol● Cigarette
s
Oral Health and Nutrition in the
Elderly.
Xerostomia
“Dry Mouth”Not enough
saliva
Oral Health and Nutrition in the
Elderly.
Brushing Your TeethStep 1: FlossStep 2: Pick your
ToothbrushStep 3: Pick your
ToothpasteStep 4: Brush Your
TeethStep 5: Rinse
Prevent It!Less sugar- Watch what
you eat and drinkBrush your teethFloss if you canProperly clean your
teethHave the right
toothbrushOral Health and Nutrition in the
Elderly.
What we need YOU to do!Include fresh, whole foods in diet
Stay away from huge amounts of sugar
Make your plate with colorful foods
Brush your teeth 3-5 times a day and floss
Make vitamins a priority
What are you going to do now to prevent poor nutrition and oral health?
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Choose MyPlate. (2016). Retrieved from https://www.choosemyplate.gov/
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Jaret, P. (2013). Older adults: 9 nutrients you may be missing. Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/nutrition-world-
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