Promote hydration awareness to ensure seniors drink adequate water daily.
Assist in portion control for balanced meals that meet nutritional needs.
Include nutrient-dense snacks to maintain energy throughout the day.
Educate on low-sodium options to support heart health and reduce hypertension risks.
Provide strategies to make mealtime enjoyable and reduce appetite loss.
Encourage diverse fruits and vegetables in the diet for maximum nutrients.
Elderly people have very different nutritional needs than regular adults. Meeting these needs can be challenging, especially if the older person also has difficulty chewing, swallowing, or preparing the food themselves. This is why we at Tri-Med Home Care Services provide nutrition assistance services.
One of the biggest concerns as we age is adequately maintaining bone health. Because of this, seniors need to get more Calcium and Vitamin D than most younger adults.
They should have at least three calcium-rich servings of food daily – dairy products, fortified cereals, broccoli, canned fish, and so on.
Furthermore, seniors need to eat plenty of foods containing fiber to help maintain digestive health and keep their bowel movements regular. Seniors are at a much greater risk of suffering from constipation, which can lead to discomfort and other health problems.
Fiber-heavy foods include bran, whole-grain bread, beans, and peas.
Last but not least, older adults should also ensure that they are getting enough potassium in their diets. Potassium is abundant in vegetables and fruit, such as beans and bananas, and can help to reduce the risk of high blood pressure.
Our nutrition assistance experts approach each case by finding out exactly what an elderly patient is eating daily. From there, they will work to improve their diet and general eating habits.
If the elderly client is still able to prepare their own meals, the Nutrition Assistant will teach them how to prepare healthier dishes that are quick and easy to make. Alternatively, the nutrition assistant will work closely with the elderly client’s caregiver in the same way.
The end result is a nutrient-dense diet that can ward off sickness, boost energy, and help control symptoms associated with already-existing chronic conditions.
Our service provides nutrition assistance to seniors suffering from health problems due to poor diet. We assist individuals with meal preparation and diet to improve their overall well-being.
We also help seniors manage a healthy and nutritious diet that can improve their health and protect them from any health issues.
If you would like to learn more about nutrition assistance at Tri-Med Home Care Services, please contact our team.
We Provide Nutrition Assistance and Home Care Services across Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn, and Long Island.
