Fortified Foods: High-Calorie, High-Protein Foods for Older Adults

May 1, 2019

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...

April 24, 2019

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,...

March 17, 2019

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...

March 10, 2019

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...

March 3, 2019

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...

February 24, 2019

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...

January 27, 2019

What Are Net Carbs and How Do You Calculate Them?

If you’re one of the millions of Americans trying to lose weight, you’ve likely been told to track and limit your carbohydrates (carbs) in addition to calories....

January 20, 2019

Liver Cirrhosis Diet: Foods to Eat, Foods to Avoid and Sample Menu

Liver cirrhosis is a serious disease. It occurs when healthy liver cells are damaged and replaced by scar tissue, usually as a result of alcohol abuse or chronic hepatitis....

January 13, 2019

GERD Diet: Food List, Sample Menu and Tips

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when your stomach contents reflux into your esophagus. It’s a common disease that can cause symptoms such as heartburn and...

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