Hong Kong boasts the world’s highest life expectancy , but living longer does not always mean living well. Calorie needs naturally drop with age, but the body’s demand for vital nutrients actually surges – making targeted nutrition vital for “ ageing in place ” safely. Ageing ushers in changes to the body – metabolism slows , energy needs decrease and the ability to chew, swallow and digest food may be compromised. For many, growing older comes with financial constraints and living with chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes. “Poor nutrition doesn’t just affect body weight; it affects an older person’s ability to stay active and independent and to recover from illness,” says Hong Kong-based dietitian Kirti Tatiwala, from Central Health Medical Practice.