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Food and Nutrition

Food is an important part of senior’s lives – all of our lives really! But, often, the challenges of aging make food prep difficult or nearly impossible. Getting the right foods in a seniors diet becomes challenging too. Appetites change and often decrease as we age to add insult to injury.

You these guides to help you select the right foods for yourself or a senior you love. You’ll also find helpful advice about food prep tools and products to make getting the right foods to your table a little bit easier.

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Proper Nutrition And Aging: What You Need To Know

Taking basic steps (like eliminating processed foods and adding color to your diet) to improve your nutrition can have a significant effect on your rate of aging and overall health. So, get started today and feel better tomorrow!

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The Importance of Breakfast for the Elderly (6 Reasons Not to Skip)

It is important for the elderly to eat breakfast because it keeps the brain and body fueled, balances blood sugar, reduces obesity, and affects medication metabolism.

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Guide to Soft Food for the Elderly (31 Quick & Easy Ideas)

Eating soft food is a great way for the elderly to maintain their health and well-being. The good news is that there are many different types of soft food available. You can easily change them up also based on your needs and preferences.

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Healthy Diet For Seniors – Why Is It Important And How To Encourage Healthy Eating Habits

It is important for seniors and the elderly to eat a healthy diet because it improves their overall wellbeing, increases mental alertness, and boots immunity. Learn more about the importance of a healthy diet for older adults.

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Prepare These Healthy and Nutritious Foods for Elderly People With No Teeth

A few examples of healthy foods for people with no teeth include scrambled eggs, cottage cheese, cooked fruits, and some soups. Learn more about nutritious food options for seniors with no teeth in this guide.

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The Importance Of Staying Hydrated For Seniors

It is important for seniors and the elderly to stay hydrated for proper mechanical functioning of their body and organs as well as for improved mental processing as well. Fluid levels in the tissues affect the flow of blood and oxygen throughout the entire body.

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What To Include In Your Homemade Nutritional Drinks For Seniors

Making nutritional drinks is a great way to fill dietary holes and ensure that you are still getting all of the nutrients an aging body needs. Nutritional drinks most often come in the form of smoothies and are surprisingly easy to make. Choose your favorite blend of these high-quality ingredients and get blending!

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Easy to Prepare High Protein Foods For The Elderly

One place that many seniors fall short on their diet is protein. Most seniors just don’t get enough. So, here are some different high protein foods for the elderly to are filled with protein and easy to find and prepare.

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The 7 Best Protein Drinks for Seniors and Older Adults

While whole food is always the best choice, the beneficial effects of protein supplements in seniors have been studied extensively in the last few years. Learn more about protein supplementation for older adults and see some of the best protein drinks for seniors and the elderly.

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The Best Nutritional Drinks for Seniors [A Comprehensive Review]

While a healthy meal is always the best option, there are many reasons why seniors may supplement their diet with nutrition drinks. But, they aren’t all the same… some aren’t even nutritious. My research says these are the best.

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10 Ways to Improve Nutrition for Elderly Adults Without Teeth 

Elderly people who have lost their teeth often struggle with keeping well-nourished. Soft foods are often sweet and loaded with calories. Here are several ways to provide great nutrition for elderly people with no teeth.

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Buying Guide For The Best Meal Replacement Shakes For Seniors

While a nutritious whole food diet is always the best option, meal replacement shakes have their place in the diet of seniors and the elderly. Common uses are for seniors who have trouble maintaining weight or who cannot consume regular food due to various medical issues.

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