As we know, our bodies change when we age. But what we might not know are the important changes to our nutrition needs when we reach 65. Older adults’ dietary needs are unique, and managing those needs is vital for preventing and managing chronic diseases, weight loss or gain, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, and a number of other health and wellness challenges. By taking an interest in nutrition, seniors can find the balance between a healthy diet and a great quality of life!
For seniors and their families, there can be many challenges to eating well. Healthy food may seem too expensive. Cooking may be too difficult for a person who has trouble with activities of daily living. Or perhaps a loved one struggles with lack of appetite or difficulty chewing and swallowing. At Your Side’s caregivers are specially trained to help their clients overcome these challenges in a positive, healthy way. Our caregivers can introduce small changes that make a big difference, ensuring the people in their care get all the nutrients they need.
At Your Side Home Care is proud to offer our senior nutrition white paper. This white paper of simple recipes will help families caring for a loved one make delicious and nutritious meals that support dietary goals—without taking hours out of the day to prepare.