Eating well
Help your parents rediscover the joys of food and keep them living well for longer with expert tips and advice on healthy eating.
Age and swallowing problems – how speech therapy helps
Swallowing difficulties can be associated with ageing, or might be the symptom of another health issue. Speech and language therapist Laura Dawson describes how problems can be identified and addressed. Swallowing food and drink is something we take for granted. It’s part of everyday life, and without the ability to swallow we would compromise our […]
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How to help your elderly parent avoid anorexia
Written by Rebecca Lenton Anorexia may not be an illness that’s commonly associated with ageing parents and yet it’s a condition that can stem from lack of motivation, lack of control or bereavement – all of which are often experienced by the elderly. Losing loved ones, losing control over their health and coping with feelings […]
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How to keep your parent’s fridge fresh and organised
Written by Rebecca Lenton We’re always told to watch what we eat but when it comes to our parent’s diet we can’t always be around to ensure they’re getting the nutrients they need or that their fridge is full of fresh food that’s not passed its best-before date. If you’re concerned your parent isn’t eating […]
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How to help your elderly parent avoid malnutrition
Written by Rebecca Lenton As people age their appetite can start to wane. The cause can simply be less need for calories and therefore nothing to worry about. But malnutrition can become a problem, and its causes could lie in physical issues such as difficulty in chewing and swallowing, or more emotional and mental issues […]
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Why eating well is important in dementia
We’re seeing new advice almost every day on how to prevent or delay dementia. It’s hard to know what to do for the best. A new review has taken a look at a wide range of current research to see if there is knowledge that we could use to help our parents – and ourselves […]
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Stocking the cupboards
Written by Kathy Lawrence Stuff happens, and sometimes your parents won’t be able to get out to the shops as often as they’d like. Here are a few ideas of items worth keeping stocked up in their cupboards and freezers for the difficult days. In the cupboards Tins and tins of soup Long-life ready meals […]
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Food for thought – healthy eating tips for ageing palates
Written by Rebecca Lenton Home-style catering expert and fresh food advocate Janice Caluori offers advice on preparing nutritious meals that appeal to the changing tastes that come with age, and choosing ready-made meals tailored to our parents’ needs. I’m a firm believer is using fresh, local ingredients in home-style meals. As people age their tastes […]
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Do meals on wheels actually mean tea and company?
Written by Rebecca Lenton This week’s storyteller has chosen to be anonymous. Ever wondered what a meals delivery means for your elderly relative? Is it a friendly face and a welcome chat to brighten their day or is it much more than that? Is it a break from the norm of spending their day in […]
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