The Case for Prebiotics
Most people have heard of probiotics, the beneficial bacteria found in yogurt and other fermented foods, that optimize the body's...
Healthy Seniors: The Case for Eating Well
March is National Nutrition Month which makes this a perfect time to think about how we or our elderly loved ones eat. It’s widely...
The Top 5 Vitamin and Mineral Needs for Seniors
Vitamins and minerals are the building blocks of good health for everyone, regardless of age. With infection-fighting, blood clotting and...
Holiday Eating: Tips for Senior Adults with Eating Issues
As we age, healthy eating habits become increasingly important. The holiday season often presents unique challenges to families with...
WHAT EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MANAGING PARKINSON’S DISEASE
With as many as one million people in the U.S. living with Parkinson’s disease, according to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, the...
GUIDELINE FOR SENIORS – IT’S NOT THE SAME OLD FOOD PYRAMID!
If you’ve been following the old food pyramid as a guide for your elderly loved one’s nutrition, you may be missing the boat. Tufts...
EATING RIGHT: MYPLATE FOR AGES 50+
As we age, our caloric needs change due to more body fat, less lean muscle and less activity. The challenge for typical folks over the...
NUTRITION GUIDELINES FOR BETTER MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (MS) MANAGEMENT
Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is vital for those living with any chronic illness like multiple sclerosis. Good nutrition,...
