Last November, the Nature Food journal published an article stating that life expectancy in the UK can be increased by up to 10 years by sustained adherence to a healthier diet (Fadnes et al, 2023). This immediately caught the author’s attention. If we all are clear that healthy foods are the cornerstone of having longer, healthier and more dignified lives, why is the government not prioritising making healthy food accessible to people?
Dr Finbarr Martin discusses the nutritional needs of elderly people.
Dr Finbarr Martin, MD, MSc FRCP is a Consultant Physician and Senior Lecturer, Guys & St Thomas’ Hospital Trust, London.
Article accepted for publication July 2001.
