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After the never-ending feast that the holiday season brings, many people slow down on their calorie intake. But when a senior loved one does not want to eat altogether, or is making unbalanced or unhealthy dietary choices, it is important to determine the reason behind this behavior, and to understand how to encourage them to […]
continue readingNothing quenches your thirst like a glass of cold water. You may love a milkshake on a warm summer day. And when you’re recuperating from the flu, a warm bowl of soup really hits the spot. However, unless you’re one of the many Americans diagnosed with swallowing disorders, it is likely you haven’t given much […]
continue readingFood is the one thing that connects us all! Think about how many cherished memories have been made over the years that included food at the center of them all: holiday meals, wedding celebrations, birthday parties. Even average days involve routines that become ingrained in us around food, from that first aromatic cup of coffee […]
continue readingIf you are preparing meals for a senior loved one who prefers carbs to carrots (and honestly – who doesn’t?), you might find it difficult to guarantee that their nutritional needs are being satisfied. And you are not alone. The CDC shares that only one in ten seniors are meeting the recommendation for at least […]
continue readingVitamins, minerals, and supplements – oh my! 70% of older adults are taking them; but are they really necessary as we grow older? After all, a healthy, balanced diet offers seniors necessary nutrients. But there are certain areas of deficiency which could make a case for the addition of a supplement. Be sure to seek […]
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