Conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Parkinson???s disease, and arthritis cause inflammation and impair mobility.13 Older adults are also prone to gastrointestinal disorders or malabsorption problems,11 which can contribute to decreased food intake and unintentional weight loss, as can constipation and fecal impaction.4 Cognitive impairment can also lead to weight loss1