Nutrition

A gradual decline in appetite is a normal part of aging — but when it becomes persistent or comes with weight loss, it’s worth paying attention to. Here’s what commonly causes appetite loss in older adults and what actually helps.

Eating healthy foods is a key aspect of aging well. Good nutrition helps seniors increase longevity, enhance brain function, and foster overall well-being. Crock-Pot meals are an easy way for seniors to maintain proper nutrition. According to the USDA, the daily recommendations for seniors are two servings of fruit, two cups of vegetables, 1,200 milligrams of calcium, six ounces Read more >>

Learn essential nutrition guidelines for aging adults, including key nutrients like protein, calcium, iron, and fiber. Discover practical strategies for making meals more appealing, establishing healthy eating routines, and staying properly hydrated to support successful aging at home.

In the dynamic world of nutrition, some foods come and go in popularity, similar to fashion trends. However, many of these foods boast impressive health benefits that deserve recognition. It’s time to celebrate these nutritious options and incorporate them into our diets. Rediscovering Healthy Foods: A Closer Look Eggs Eggs have long been misunderstood due Read more >>

Maintaining a healthy diet is a timeless mantra: load up on fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, and whole grains. But as we age, our bodies require special attention to certain nutrients either because they’re needed in greater quantities for optimal functioning or because older adults tend to fall short in these areas. The good Read more >>

“Most of the general public either believe that there’s nothing you can do about the aging brain – it’s inevitable – or that fish oil is the only nutritional supplement that helps brain health. Neither is true!” notes Mary Ann Lila, PhD, director of the Plants for Human Health Institute at North Carolina State University. Read more >>

The human heart can be compared to a motor or engine, as it pumps and distributes blood throughout the body. Every single organ in your body relies on a healthy heart to perform optimally. If you don’t care for your heart, you may be more susceptible to heart and circulation disorders such as coronary heart Read more >>

It can be difficult to eat properly for almost anyone. For seniors with diabetes, it can be a real challenge. Often, they don’t feel like eating or don’t like what is being offered. It can be difficult to monitor what seniors are eating, so their diet starts with what they have access to. The main Read more >>

You’ve probably seen the ads about controlling cholesterol with medication and wondered, “Is it possible to reduce cholesterol with diet and exercise?” We asked experts in nutrition, exercise science and fitness to find out, and the answer is yes! Being active and eating smart can help manage cholesterol. “Elevated cholesterol used to be blamed specifically Read more >>

At this point in our lives, we’ve heard multiple messages about eating right and we’ve probably had every intention of following that sage advice. But the truth is – according to research from National Institute on Aging – most of us can and should try harder.1 A recent review of research for the agency shows Read more >>