Appetite Stimulant Drugs: Are They Safe or Effective In Older Adults?
Poor appetite is a common problem in older adults, especially for those living in long-term care. It can contribute to unintentional weight loss and nutritional deficiencies,...
Diabetic Diet: Does It Have a Place in Nursing Homes?
A diabetic diet is a type of therapeutic diet that may be prescribed to an older adult upon admission to a long-term care facility or nursing home. While well-intentioned,...
Fortified Foods: High-Calorie, High-Protein Foods for Older Adults
Several factors increase the risk of malnutrition in older adults. Malnutrition can lead to a number of health problems, such as increased risk of falls and bone fractures, a...
International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI): A Beginner’s Guide
May 1st, 2019 marked the official launch date for the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI) in the United States. IDDSI is a global standardized way...
Body Mass Index (BMI) Ranges for Older Adults
Body mass index — or BMI — can be a useful measure of disease risk. If your BMI is too high — or too low — you have a greater risk of heart disease,...
Home Health Care: The Role of the Dietitian
The nutritional status of older adults tends to deteriorate during hospitalization, regardless of their nutrition status upon admission. Without adequate support at home...
9 Factors Affecting Nutrition in Older Adults
Aging is linked to a variety of changes in your body, including muscle loss, mild cognitive decline, and decreased sense of taste and smell. These changes can make it more...
Chronic Kidney Disease Diet: Foods to Eat, Foods to Limit
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to kidney damage that occurs slowly over many years. Diabetes and high blood pressure are two of the largest risk factors for developing...
5 Benefits of Liberalized Diets in Older Adults
A specific diet is prescribed to every resident or patient upon admission to a skilled nursing facility or hospital. Therapeutic diets are prescribed to manage diseases such...