When planning meals for elderly adults, some seniors might prefer a vegetarian diet due to health restrictions, religious beliefs or ethical reasons. Plant-based diets have been shown to increase longevity, boost the immune system and even slow the aging process. Avoiding meat products can also decrease the incidence of heart disease and certain cancers by …
Menu planning software simplifies planning meals for a crowd of hungry seniors in assisted-living while doing the one task that most cooks hate to do: provide alternatives for people who don’t like or can’t eat the items on the menu of the day. The Realities of Senior Menu Planning Made Simple Senior menus usually reflect …
Fall gardening can enrich senior menus by producing fresh seasonal vegetables and giving classic recipes and updated twist. Often, the residents themselves grow some of the food in gardens on the facility property. By participating in a community activity, they have the opportunity to enjoy a hobby, exercise, get some sunshine and fresh air, as well …
One size fits all seems like a dream come true, but is just that; a dream. I recently read an article wherein a group of women tried on the same articles of clothing all touted as “one size fits most” and took pictures documenting the experience. While their bodies were different but nothing terribly extreme, …
Recipes for seniors are challenging. Whether an elderly person lives independently, with family or in a care home, it is often struggle to get the nutrients needed for optimum health. Sometimes low appetite can play a factor in eating a variety of healthful foods; for others, chewing, swallowing and digestion can become a barrier to …
Good nutrition for seniors is an important key to living a long, healthy life. When older adults get the vitamins and minerals they need, they improve mental function, prevent disease, boost energy levels and better manage illnesses. Getting the right nutrients has even been found to play a role in reducing the risk of stroke, …
