Between-Meal Snacks OK for Elderly

By DESIREE HUNTER , Associated Press Writer, Medicine & Health / Health

Auburn University assistant professor of nutrition Claire Zizza poses with healthy food props in Auburn, Ala., Thursday, May 24, 2007. While snacking could lead to obesity in younger age groups, it could ensure that seniors are consuming enough calories, said Zizza. (AP Photo/Todd J. Van Emst)

(AP) -- Jo Spann used to be a steak-and-potatoes, three-squares-a-day type, but as the years have gone by, the 72-year-old now finds herself snacking "all the time." A full meal now is usually a once-a-day event. Researchers say such snacking is OK - in fact, regular nibbling can be good for older people.

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