Feeding at the end of life in Sub-Saharan Africa, when less is more

Nutrition remains key in care for patients with any medical illness. Decision to alter or stop nutrition at the end of life or when a patient is suffering from a chronic life limiting illnesses can be challenging for both patients, their families and medical providers. Nutrition guidelines that specifically cater the population in sub-Saharan Africa are lacking to help guide decisions making especially at the end of life.