Health and nutrition are important to people of all ages. For most age groups, the guidelines for health and nutrition are relatively the same. Older adults, however, often have special dietary needs and concerns that need to be monitored and cared for. Poor diet in older adults can often lead to health problems, and health problems can often result in a poor diet or difficulty … Continue reading Special Nutrition Concerns for Seniors
by Char Brooks, JD We all know that exercise really helps when it comes to weight loss and fighting disease. It’s an excellent stress reliever, helps you sleep better, and can really boost your self esteem. If you’re exercising regularly, congratulations on doing a good thing for yourself. If you’re not exercising or haven’t been exercising in a while, it’s never too late to start. … Continue reading 3 Tips for A Healthier and More Active Lifestyle
The Elderly Nutrition Programs are the largest health promotion programs of the Older Americans Act. Not only do the Elderly Nutrition Programs (administered by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) provide food, but they also promote socialization, well-being, and health in older adults. The article below breaks down the two main components of the Elderly Nutrition Programs: the home delivered nutrition program and the congregate … Continue reading The Importance of Elderly Nutrition Programs
The month of March is nationally recognized as National Nutrition Month – an opportunity to place emphasis on the importance of living and being healthy. In honor of National Nutrition Month, we will be sharing articles, how-to’s, recipes, and tips regarding the world of health and nutrition on this blog and our social media sites. Living and eating healthy become particularly important as we age, … Continue reading This Month, We’re Putting the Focus on Nutrition
