We ate a mostly pureed diet for almost two years. Yes, I said we, because I ate what Grandma ate....
Category: Nutrition and Healthy Eating
The Food of Care Homes
The cooking of care homes, as well as the cooking of our other institutions, is often forgotten...
When willpower isn’t enough
Willpower is overrated. When people talk about changing their behavior, they often place a lot of...
What food do you serve at a funeral?
What we eat at funerals can be a symbol for the departed, a balm in hard times, or a reminder that...
The Mediterranean Diet’s Role in Dementia Care
What role does the Mediterranean diet play in dementia care? If you’re a family caregiver, you may...
Tips on Healthy Eating as You Age
A healthy diet is as important during your twilight years as it is when you’re young. But if...
(Don’t) Fear the Feeding Tube
Whenever a parent murders their disabled child, the narrative is always the same: Those poor...
Older Americans Are Hooked On Vitamins Despite Scarce Evidence They Work
When she was a young physician, Dr. Martha Gulati noticed that many of her mentors were...
Mediterranean Diet May Help Protect Older Adults from Becoming Frail
An analysis of published studies indicates that following the Mediterranean diet may reduce the...
What makes a food ‘healthy,’ anyway? FDA tries to answer
WASHINGTON - When the Food and Drug Administration declared that KIND bars - that sticky fusion of...
5 Easy Steps Towards Healthier Eating Habits For National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month. First established by Eat Right, by the Academy of Nutrition And...
Juicing’s Health Claims Not Backed By Science
Juicing has become one of the most popular modern health trends, boasting an ability to detox the...
The danger of dehydration: what caregivers should know
It's astounding how many adults are chronically dehydrated. Drinking enough water helps your body...
Healthy holiday treats
The holidays are a time for indulgence, but not all of us are at liberty to indulge. Don't skip...
Don’t let dysphagia keep you from cooking
The moment of diagnosis is emotional when the diagnosis is dysphagia or swallowing disorder. It is...
Savor Health helps cancer survivors heal through nutrition
When Susan Bratton watched helplessly as her close friend succumbed to a brain tumor, she knew...
Don’t take weight gain lightly: Healthy foods to help you put on the pounds and boost your strength
My elderly father’s most recent directive from his trusted physician was quite simply, “Gain...
Cooking for your loved one
Although I’m not a professional chef, I was a food writer for the original Rochester Magazine,...
The missing connection between cancer survivorship and nutrition
The American Cancer Society estimates that there are 13.7 million cancer survivors in the US...
5 delicious meals that are easy to swallow
So many of the people we care for have a hard time eating because of swallowing difficulties. One...
Caregivers keeping it fresh
Storing and labeling: how to keep track of fridge and freezer food to minimize waste, and optimize your time
5 yummy, healthy smoothies
Smoothies are the perfect drinks to make as the weather gets warm. They are quick and easy to...
6 simple, delicious ways to eat an avocado
Hey guys, since the weather is getting warm, I have created a list of delicious avocado recipes....
Create a plan for cancer care
With 1 in 3 women and 1 in 2 men being diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, there are many of...