World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

LIFESTYLE, NUTRITION AND DIET FOR COMPLETELY EDENTULOUS PATIENTS- A REVIEW

Dr. Geetha K. R., M.D.S Dr. Prabhu R., M. D. S., *Ovia Irish Kumari K., B. D. S. and 4Shameema Parveen S., B. D. S.

ABSTRACT

Decline in the oral health status are largely widespread non-communicable condition among the adults between the ages of 50-70yrs. The prime reason behind such scenario was found to be edentulous nature which affects either directly or indirectly on the oral as well as general health status of an individual. Diet and nutrition are the most significant factors in preservation of life and progress throughout the life. New researches are conducted across various countries shows that life style changes and diet level of physical activity improves the health of entire community. Mental fitness, positive thinking, healthy diet, exercise habits, maintaining good oral hygiene, life style practices are few ways of ensuring a healthy old age. A balanced diet is one that provides all the nutrients in required amounts with age, gender, physiological status and physical activity. Although the quality of food is important, a large quantity of a very healthy diet can still lead to high caloric intake. The present review focuses on various factors responsible for maintaining a good oral health and life style modifications, dietary supplements recommended among the elderly age group.

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