Tag Archive: nutrition for the elderly

seniors and nutrition

Seniors and Nutrition

As we age we tend to need fewer calories while requiring more key nutrients. This paradox can cause complications for seniors if not properly managed.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR
nutrition and your skin

Nutrition and Your Skin: Top 10 Tips

A healthy diet can protect your skin and help prevent disease, such as skin cancer. Follow these top 10 tips for nutrition and your skin.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Seniors with No Appetite

Healthy Eating for Seniors with No Appetite

Due to changes in biological functions, many elderly people experience a loss of appetite. Read these steps that can be taken to help ensure healthy eating.

Dr. Kristy Taylor
Boost Seniors Calorie Intake

Seniors: Tips to Boost Your Calorie Intake

You or your senior may need to increase your calorie and protein intake if you have lost weight or are having trouble gaining weight.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS

Seniors: Stay Healthy and Happy with Good Nutrition

Seniors are particularly vulnerable to poor nutrition status. Good nutrition can improve health and functional status.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS

Tips and Recipes: Nutrition for Seniors

Read this article about nutrition for seniors for tips and recipes that offer simple and inexpensive ways to boost calorie intake.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Senior Dietary Needs

Nutrition Over 70: A Guide To Senior Dietary Needs

*Updated January 5, 2021 If you are over 70 years old, some of your dietary needs differ from other populations. Your calorie needs decrease as you get older, yet you may need more of some key nutrients. How Many Calories The amount of calories you need depends on how physically active you are. The USDA… Continue reading Nutrition Over 70: A Guide To Senior Dietary Needs

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS