Alzheimer's feeding tubes have been deemed inappropriate by two national organizations. Read why and what their recommendations are.

Effective May 1, 2014, Medi-Cal has expanded coverage of oral formula to adults 21 years and older. Eligible beneficiaries may qualify for enteral formula.

Read our article written by our registered dietitian about what can cause g-tube pain and what can be done to clear the issue up.

Considerations With Blenderized Formula Homemade blended formula can be rewarding for both parents and children. However, this practice requires much more planning and supervision than commercial formulas and may not be compatible with all feeding methods. Commercially-prepared products are formulated to provide complete nutrition in the right consistency for tube feeding administration. Considerations with blenderized… Continue reading Pediatric Corner: Things to Consider with Blenderized Formula

Make sure you get more healthy foods and nutrients by incorporating recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Transform hum-drum meals by intensifying the flavors of healthy foods. Flavorful food can be yours by incorporating herbs, spices, vinegars and more.

Shield HealthCare Registered Dietitians provide education, assess nutrition status and troubleshoot feeding issues to keep patients healthy at home.

All registered dietitians are nutritionists – but not all nutritionists are registered dietitians! The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recently determined that those who hold the credential of registered dietitian (RD) may optionally use the title registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) instead. The two credentials have identical meanings. RDs and RDNs are your go-to experts for… Continue reading What is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist?

Tired of the same old foods? Spice up your relationship with healthy foods by adding new ingredients to make taste and nutrition come together.

No time for a sit-down gathering? You don’t have to miss out on healthy lunch. A little planning goes a long way! Read these tips.