Dietitian-approved menus can address – and resolve – the many challenges of meal planning for senior vegetarians. A well-planned vegetarian diet, focused on serving a variety of the right types of foods, can meet the unique nutritional needs of older adults. With dietitian-approved menus, seniors at adult care centers can eat vegetarian and stay healthy – not to …

Developing healthy ice cream recipe ideas for seniors is no simple task – nutrition is key, but both the flavor and texture must be on point. July is National Ice Cream Month, so now’s the perfect time to look for quick and easy frozen dessert recipe ideas for seniors. Below are four of our favorite …

Menus for assisted living facilities are constantly changing to satisfy their residents. Today’s seniors – many of whom are from the baby boomer generation – have very different needs and expectations than their predecessors. The new population of older adults tends to be educated, well-traveled and affluent, and all of these factors must be considered in planning meals …

You can make your nursing home menus more delicious and nutritious by adding avocados. Avocados sometimes get a bad rap due to their high-fat content, but the flavorful fruit is actually a nutritious choice for older adults. In fact, thanks to their many health benefits, they are widely considered to be a top superfood for seniors. Registered dietitians like using this superfood in nursing …

A menu planning program can make it easier for seniors in residential care to maintain a healthy weight. As we age, weight management becomes more difficult. Many seniors carry extra pounds and slimming down can both reduce the risk of medical complications and improve quality of life. That said, weight loss can lead to the loss of muscle …

Developing recipe ideas for seniors can be a challenge because you must balance exacting nutritional needs with flavor and appeal. Smoothies, when prepared correctly, can help round out your facility’s food menu program. Older adults – especially residents of nursing homes and residential care facilities – have special health considerations or dietary restrictions. This means that their meals …