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Monthly Archives: June 2011
Eating Smart
There’s always a better way to eat, and taking sugar and preservatives out of your diet is a great start! Continue reading
The Top 10 Reasons for a Low Sodium Diet
For seniors, one of the most beneficial dietary changes that can be made is consuming lower amounts of sodium. This may come as a surprise to some people, since sodium is so common to us. At the most basic level, salt is on virtually every table in our restaurants, diners, and even our own kitchens. How could something so common cause us or our loved ones damage? Continue reading
Seniors and Sundowning
As people age there is usually a noticeable change that occurs in their mood and temperament. As a family caregiver, you may have already noticed some of these changes in your loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. This change in behavior can be hard to handle, and it can be even more difficult when your loved one is suffering from Sundowner’s Syndrome. Continue reading
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Tagged Alzheimers, dementia, disease, elderly, hallucinations, Health, paranoia, restlessness, seniors, sundowning, syndrome, violence
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The Top 10 Reasons for a High Protein Diet in Seniors
Studies show that around 27% of seniors in America are eating less protein than they should in order to maintain good physical health[1]. This statistic is particularly troubling because as people age their physical need for protein grows. Continue reading
Overcoming Obstacles in Senior Nutrition
In the age of fast food and busy life styles, well-rounded nutrition is a difficult thing for almost anyone to achieve. It’s much easier to go through a drive-through on the way home than it is to prepare a home-cooked, well-balanced meal for you and your family. The temptation to skimp on nutritional food choices is obvious in younger and even middle generations, so where does that leave those who are more advanced in years? Continue reading
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Tagged family caregivers, nutrition, senior, services
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The 3 Essential Backup Plans
The thought process of a family caregiver follows the same pattern of a concerned parent, friend or child; when you are a family caregiver, your loved one’s welfare is always at the back of your mind. First, know that you are not alone in your caregiving efforts. Many family members live far from elderly loved ones and wish they could check-in on them more often. Continue reading
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Tagged baby boomer, backup plans, community, courtesy care, family, family caregiver, friends, home, professional, respite, senior
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