The art of pureed food — and other food modifications — to meet special dietary needs Eating should be a pleasure, but for some people this basic necessity becomes a chore. Local chefs are turning to more options — such as small bites and pureed foods — to make mealtime enjoyable again. Wm. Charlie Brown, […]
7 red foods to love, according to dietitians. Love is in the air, so let’s color our plates with heart-healthy red foods this month. Red foods offer the bold and powerful colors of the season, and they come jam-packed with a bevy of health benefits. From soft and crunchy to sweet and savory, these ruby […]Read More
Magnesium has many benefits for older adults — if they’re consuming the right amounts. Ubiquitous in the human body, magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral primarily located within the cells, as well as in bones and teeth. Yet, aging can complicate the body’s relationship with magnesium. Nearly every cell in the body uses magnesium […]Read More
Older adults prioritize healthy eating on a budget, as they adjust to inflation reality Inflation has soared in recent months, hovering around 9.1%. And grocery prices specifically have gone even higher, especially for staples such as dairy, meat, and fresh fruits and vegetables. While the government reports that inflation for groceries is about 12% — […]Read More
Kitchen tools that make cooking easier and safer The right tools make cooking easier. This isn’t only a motto for professional chefs everywhere — it’s key for older adults, too. As adults age, their strength and abilities change, says Donald Owsley, RN, a nurse with All Family Health Care, a home healthcare agency in Chicago. […]Read More
9 tips to keep your loved one eating well with dementia When you think about side effects of dementia, eating probably isn’t one of the first issues to come to mind. But for a disease that impacts every area of a person’s life, mealtime definitely takes a hit. Over time, dementia may cause changes in […]Read More
Start the day with the delicious flavors of the Mediterranean — fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, lean proteins, healthy fats — and you’re doing it right. Eating a Mediterranean (Med) style breakfast is not only nourishing and satisfying, it’s important for health, performance, mindset, and the environment. The Med-style diet is recommended by many […]Read More
Fiber helps digestive health, but most people aren’t consuming enough You’ve heard that you need to eat fiber — but why? While fiber helps with bowel regularity, it also has many other benefits throughout the body. Fiber, which is resistant to digestion in the gastrointestinal tract, sweeps through the digestive system like an internal scrub […]Read More
A healthy aging diet Let’s face it: Nutrition needs evolve as we age. And healthy eating is important for healthy aging. A healthy diet and lifestyle can help prevent inflammation, obesity, and chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes. These conditions can lead to imbalances in the gut microbiome, which can create a domino effect […]Read More
Save time and reduce waste with these kitchen tricks My mother is an active, busy 77-year-old woman who enjoys aerobics, bridge, and caring for her grandkids. She eats a healthy, well-balanced diet, and she was into whole wheat bread and health food long before Whole Foods existed. But cooking healthy isn’t as easy as it […]Read More
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