nutrition
Carenote from Rose
My mother is at home with me. She is 87 and has diabetes, cancer, dementia and irregular heart. She was in a nursing home, but was not cared for so I brought her home. I need advice on how to encourage her to eat. more
Why Seniors Don’t Eat: It’s Complicated.
More than half of older adults who visit emergency departments are either malnourished or at risk for malnutrition, but not due to lack of access to health care, critical illness or dementia. more
Clever Cooking in a Tough Economy
Families throughout the country are increasingly being challenged in finding creative solutions to eating healthy in spite of rising prices. more
Is a Registered Dietitian Part of Your Home Health Care Team?
Has a registered dietitian ever visited you in your home to talk to you and your loved one about their diet and health? more
Dining with Dignity Even When it Seems Impossible
How can you ensure that Dad and the rest of the family get the proper nutrition they need, while simplifying your life at the same time? more
Foods for Stroke
Caregivers face new challenges after meeting with doctors and dietary staff who suggest medication and meal changes. more
Nine Ways to Get Someone to Eat
A common nutritional problem that can affect someone in poor health is wasting or loss of body mass called cachexia-anorexia. It often is seen in advanced stages of Alzheimer’s and cancer. more
Empty Refrigerators Could Equal Poor Health for Seniors
If you are caring for an elderly loved-one, consider keeping their refrigerator well stocked to keep them healthy. Sounds strange? more
Simple Tips from Registered Dietitians
"Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and low-fat dairy products contain the nutrients we need to maintain healthy lifestyles," says registered dietitian Andrea Giancoli. more
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