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Soft Foods for the Elderly

WEBThey may even eliminate entire food groups. Offering and encouraging soft foods can help maintain adequate nutrition. Here are 39 examples: Chicken and dumplings. Soups. …

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Nutritional Drinks for the Elderly

WEBIt has several variations ranging from about 150-250 calories and 10-30 grams of protein. Boost Glucose Control Ⓡ is Nestle’s diabetic version of a supplement. It has 190 …

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Vitamins for teeth, gums, & periodontal health

WEBB Vitamins. B vitamins are a category of water soluble vitamins including vitamin B12, biotin, folate, niacin, riboflavin, thiamin, vitamin B5, and vitamin B6. B complex vitamins …

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Foods for Gum Health

WEBKeeping gums healthy can help maintain nutrition and improve quality of life. Let's learn more about foods for gum health.

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Collagen for Gut Health

WEBThe human body can lose 1% of collagen per year after 40 and collagen production reduces up to 75% after age 80 .Let’s discuss why collagen is important for gut health.

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Importance of Hydration in the Elderly

WEBWater makes up about 60% of the human body and is necessary for survival (1). Proper hydration is necessary for almost all body processes. The elderly are at greater risk for …

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Pureed Foods for Older Adults

WEBMashed potatoes. Whipped sweet potatoes. Cream of rice. Hot cereals: cream of wheat, grits, oatmeal. Pureed noodles. Add butter, sugar, sour cream, or other condiments for …

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MIND Diet Pros and Cons

WEBPros. Research indicates that there are many benefits to the MIND diet, even beyond cognitive health: Cardiovascular benefits (4) Potential to decrease blood pressure (5) …

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Therapeutic Diets in Long Term Care

WEBA therapeutic diet is a meal plan where foods and/or nutrients are adjusted to assist with controlling medical conditions or symptoms. Nutrients may be eliminated, decreased, or …

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50 Soft Foods After Dental Surgery

WEBDental issues occur frequently in the elderly, which can lead to decreased quality of life and poor nutritional status. Oral health can compromise taste, food choices, and ability to …

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Thickened Liquids

WEBDecreased risk of aspiration. Cons of thickened liquids: Thickened liquids may leave more residue in the mouth and throat (5). This could lead to aspiration after drinking (6) . The …

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Feeding Tubes in the Elderly

WEBTube feedings (enteral nutrition) are an alternative route of nutrition, which may be pursued when oral nutrition intake is inadequate or not possible. Not everyone is a candidate for …

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How To Puree Food

WEBAdd to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, without any lumps. If dry, add liquid during blending. If wet and runny, add more solids. Thickening powders can also be …

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Interventions for Dehydration

WEBElectrolyte drinks may help especially when dehydration is caused by excess losses (i.e. increased sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea) Keep favorite beverages on hand. Add fruit …

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Protein Calorie Malnutrition

WEBProtein Calorie Malnutrition. Protein calorie malnutrition (PCM) is a major health concern among the elderly. Malnutrition occurs in at least 27% of the geriatric population (1) . …

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End of Life Eating Habits

WEBEating is an important part of life for pleasure, social factors, cultural connection, and for our bodies to function properly. Eating habits are often altered at the end of life.

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Impaired Skin Integrity

WEBImpaired Skin Integrity. Maintaining skin integrity is important as it is the body’s barrier to protect from bacteria, toxins, sunlight, etc (1). Older adults are at increased risk for …

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