Elderly Diet

Elderly people tend to lose their appetites, so it's important that they eat the right foods, rich in fruits, vegetables and fiber. Find out how to maintain seniors' health through a proper diet.

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Common Nutritional Concerns For People With Parkinson
Nutritional concerns for people with Parkinson include bone thining and dehydration. Diet is an important factor in providing care for Parkinson.
Protecting Seniors from Dangerous Summer Heat
Heat kills 400 Americans a year, many of them elderly. Yet seniors often don't realize when they are becoming overheated. Learn ways to protect elderly loved ones from hot weather, even if they refuse to use air conditioning or dress too warmly. And find out first aid tips should they collapse from heat stroke.
Top 3 Food Preparation Mistakes That Cause Food-borne Illness
How to prevent food-borne illness, food sickness and food poisoning in elderly people by avoiding common food preparation mistakes.
Taking a Bite Out of Senior Diet Myths
The varied health concerns of seniors can make it difficult for caregivers to know how to manage their elderly loved one's diet. An expert dispels 7 common myths about senior nutrition and offers advice for caregivers.
Quick and Healthy Foods for Picky Eaters
Having trouble getting your loved one to eat? Here are some tasty, easy-to-prepare foods to have on hand at all times for picky eaters and elderly people who won't eat.
6 Vital Nutrition Tips for Your Elderly Parents
Nutrition tips for a healthy diet in an elderly person. These guidelines can help boost and maintain an elders health.
Think Twice About Giving Elders Nutritional Drinks or Shakes
Nutrition drinks are marketed heavily, but should they be used as meal replacement for elders who refuse to eat? Beware: They can cause bad reactions for elderly people who are on medication.
Caregivers: Beware of Health Scams Aimed at Aging Parents
Health scams and marketing unproven cures have been around for years. Sadly, older people are often the target of such scams. Here are some tips for caregivers to help their aging parents avoid becoming a victim.
Dietary Supplements for the Elderly: More is Not Always Better
Caregivers want to know: are dietary supplements, herbs and minerals safe for seniors?
Top 14 Antioxidant-Rich Foods For Super Health Benefits
Doctors' list of top antioxidant rich foods that lead to many health benefits: prevent signs of aging, stop cancer and protect from free radicals that lead to many chronic conditions.

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News about Elderly Diet

Gout Growing in U.S., Mostly in Men and Seniors
Gout, a type of arthritis, now afflicts 8.3 million Americans, mostly in men and seniors.
Europeans Now Living Longer Than Americans
Americans now live about a year-and-a-half less than people in Western Europe, as well as most other developed nations, because of bad health habits.
The Secret to a Long Life? It's Not What You Think
Researchers have found that people who live a long time don't necessarily lead healthier lives than the rest of us--but they are less obese.
Put Down that Salt Shaker and Pick Up a Banana
A study examining the interaction between salt and potassium further strengthens the argument that a diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in sodium is heart-healthy. But another study showed that our salt-cravings are addictive and have strong biological roots.
Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Increased by Red Meat and Processed Meat
A new study links increased risk of Type 2 diabetes to red and processed meats, and suggests healthier options.
New Wave of Elderly Energy Drinkers Unaware of Dangers
Long popular with the younger generation, energy drinks are increasingly consumed by the elderly. But the drinks can hurt the health of older people, increasing heart rates, elevating blood pressure and nullifying the effects of prescription medication.

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