Advice and information for anyone caring for someone elderly, or someone with dementia
Confusion in the elderly caused by dehydration Following on from my earlier article about encouraging elderly people to drink more fluids. This is important as the weather warms up. Confusion in the elderly is often caused by one of the following situations, Dementia or other memory loss Medication De-hydration Urine infection This article is focussing […]
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“Operation Christmas Dinner” As Tesco say ” Every Little Helps” and this year I am joined by many volunteers across the U.K. who are going to be cooking meals for the elderly who are alone on Christmas Day. For many elderly people, Christmas enforces the loneliness they feel all year round and is especially difficult […]
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Until recently many people in the UK hadn’t heard of the Chia seeds but with them heralded as the next superfoodare they as amazing as nutritionists say?. Chia, or Salvia hispanica L, is a member of the mint family from Mexico and South America. The flowering plant can sprout in a matter of days, but chia’s […]
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10 reasons to eat more Avocado and it’s never too late to start Prostate Cancer Prevention Avocados have been shown to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer. Oral Cancer Defense Research has shown that certain compounds in avocados are able to seek out pre-cancerous and cancerous oral cancer cells and destroy them without harming healthy […]
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Loss of appetite in someone elderly. Proper nutrition is vital to the elderly in order to maintain good health, retain and build bone mass and, importantly, to enable medications to work effectively in the body with fewer side effects. If you are a carer you may notice a loss of appetite in the person you care […]
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It’s never too late to look after your health I was heartened this week when an 87 year old told me he was taking care of himself better. A friend of his who was older had just lost a leg because of diabetes. As the man I am talking about is taking chemotherapy medication and […]
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Know your vitamins Did you know that as you age you start to lack certain vitamins ? Elderly people often find it hard to get enough vitamin D from diet and sunlight alone and many also lack vitamin B12 which aids memory. Do you take daily supplements of vitamins and minerals because you think they […]
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No appetite, how do you maintain good nutrition ? Weight loss in the elderly is common place but not necessarily normal. Many factors can cause a loss of appetite, bereavement, poorly fitting dentures, depression and medication to name just a few. Lack of food due to illness or stress can leave you feeling lethargic […]
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Do excess carbohydrates harm the elderly brain ? A balanced diet includes food rich in carbohydrates. Although there are many fitness gurus and programs that cut back on carbohydrate intake the fact is the body needs carbohydrates to supply energy to carry out life sustaining functions. For physically active people, a diet high in carbohydrate is an […]
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Cherries may be small but their health benefits are huge. Recently sleeping tablets have been linked to Dementia. It has been found that drinking a concentrated juice of Montmorency Cherry may also help improve sleep for someone elderly who is already taking prescription medication. By increasing the levels of Melatonin in the body which control sleep, studies […]
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Patrick Holford author of “The 10 Secrets to Healthy Ageing I do think that diet and health are key components to good health and healthy ageing. Whilst not all conditions can be effectively controlled by nutrition alone, the many side effects of widely prescribed medication means a little research into alternatives may be beneficial to […]
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Malnutrition in the elderly is more common than you may think. The Malnutrition Task Force is an independent group of experts across health, social care and local government united to address avoidable and preventable malnutrition in older people. Established in 2012, they share their expertise and work with partners in hospitals, care homes, local authorities and private […]
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Could so called “healthy” sterols actually be damaging your health ? You only have to visit any supermarket to realise that cholesterol-reducing foods are big business. Everything from specialised margarines to yoghurts now line the shelves – all promising to lower cholesterol and promote heart health. However, the impact a food has on cholesterol levels […]
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Making cooking easier for someone elderly. I love my slow cooker. Bung all the ingredients in together and leave it to do all the work. The result is always hot, tasty and nourishing. Looking for ways to help keep the elderly independent for longer. A slow cooker is an ideal kitchen aid ensuring healthy tasty hot […]
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We all love good food don’t we ? The smell of a delicious meal cooking tempting the taste buds and stimulating the appetite. I have previously written about cooking for the elderly and how to encourage someone elderly to eat well who has lost their appetite. I had the prime example of an elderly […]
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Good nutrition for the elderly especially when they lack appetite With so much discussion about obesity currently, it is also important to remember that being too thin is not healthy and good nutrition for the elderly is vital to maintain good health and well being. This is difficult to maintain due to lack of appetite, […]
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Porridge the super food. I am a huge fan of porridge. Made easier by the ready measured packs so you always achieve the correct consistency its a breakfast superfood that is a must for us all. While the beauty of porridge is in its simplicity, there’s now another reason to love this most wholesome of […]
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Why we need potassium Bananas have earned themselves quite a healthy reputation in the fitness world for the high levels of potassium they contain. Potassium is an important mineral for a number of bodily functions. Potassium may play a hand in keeping blood pressure at reasonable levels so if you have high blood pressure it […]
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Link found between diabetes and alzheimers. High levels of the hormone insulin, brought on by a bad diet, may harm the brain in the same way that the muscle, liver and fat cells are affected by type two diabetes. Exposing the brain to too much insulin could cause it to stop responding to the […]
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Chia Seed chai seeds is a small black seed deriving from the desert plan Salvia Hispanica, which is developed in Mexico and dates back to Aztec and Mayan societies. Holland & Barrett supply various chia seed products, including the edible chia seed, health shots and nutritious powders. What is chai seeds? Originating from South […]
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Do Fish Oils ‘Help Slow Age Decline’ Findings of a recent trial show that women aged over 65 who received omega-3 fatty acids gained almost twice as much muscle strength following exercise than those taking olive oil. A larger trial is planned to confirm these findings and to determine why muscle condition improves. Some […]
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Love it or hate it, most of us were raised on Marmite There is a really important reason for us all but especially someone elderly to continue eating it too. Scientists have found that high doses of niacin, or vitamin B3, massively boost the body’s defences against staphylococcus bacteria which is responsible for the MRSA […]
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What is Cholesterol and what is meant by high Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fatty substance that occurs naturally in the body and whilst it plays a vital role, having too much cholesterol in your blood can increase your risk of heart disease. There are two main types of cholesterol:1- High-density lipoprotein (HDL)2 – low-density lipoprotein (LDL).Lipoprotein is the […]
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Eat well to age well. Health is the key to being able to enjoy a long, independent and happy life. We should all be eating foods to maximising this especially in light of the recent push from the NHS for us to look after ourselves. With this thought in mind I have compiled a list of 10 […]
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How to avoid dehydration and ten top tips to keep the elderly well hydrated. Introduce more juicy fruits such as melons and grapes Add sugar free squash to water if they don’t like plain water Ice lollies in the Summer months Ice cubes watery soups and consome in cooler months Jelly made with water and containing […]
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My Mother-in-Law had undiagnosed osteoporosis until she simultaneously fractured both collar bones. She did nothing to cause the fractures, no fall or trip, they just fractured. This resulted in 16 weeks in hospital unable to do anything for herself. She was also registered blind. She was sadly in a hospital ward for the majority of […]
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Helping someone with sight loss The invention of microwaveable ready meals has made mealtimes easier for the elderly who either don’t want to cook or find it difficult. Simply pop in the microwave and off you go. That is if you have good eye-sight and can see the cooking instructions. If you care for someone […]
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Over 50% of British women have waists that are larger than the recommended healthy size, experts have reported. Large waists for women indicate a health risk. Researchers from the charity Nuffield Health say overweight women have an increased chance of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. Being overweight has also been linked with […]
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The cost of diabetes is not only measured by those living with the disease but it also has far reaching financial implications. The journal Diabetic Medicine once stated that most NHS spending on diabetes was wasteful and that more frequent health checks and risk assessments could reduce this. It was suggested that up to 80% […]
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Studies suggest that drinking tea whilst eating a meal can reduce the intake of iron by up to 60 % which in some isolated cases can lead to anaemia. The elderly are more at risk of iron deficiency anaemia and by simply drinking a quality orange juice with meals instead of tea can increases their […]
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Malnutrition Task Force Did you know that there is a malnutrition task force in the UK ? Their aim is to reduce malnutrition in older people optimising their health. This in turn reduces unnecessary costs across the NHS, health and social care systems and improves the quality of life of the older person. Malnutrition is […]
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If you are over 60 what should you be eating ? Vitamins are vital as we age. Physiological and psychological changes occur which have a direct effect on your nutritional requirements. Our bodies becomes less efficient at absorbing and utilizing many vitamins and minerals. Long-term use of prescription drugs can also reduce the absorption of […]
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Ten top meals for the elderly It may sometimes feel like a challenge finding suitable meals for an elderly person with false teeth or dental problems. Foods need to be soft and easy to chew yet still tasty and nutritious. Here are ten top meals for the elderly Corned beef hash A cheats version is […]
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Is quinoa good for the elderly ? Over 5000 years ago the Incas cultivated the grain-like seed quinoa as one of their staple crops. Now science has shown that this humble “grain” is actually a superfood! Quinoa is full of nutrients, antioxidants and can even help balance your blood sugar. As a result, people everywhere […]
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Jelly for the elderly and how it encourages good hydration. I have always associated jelly with children’s parties. However whilst away this week (on the paradise Island of Mauritius as part of my husbands corporate conference !!!!) I was talking to someone about my website and elderly people drinking enough water. She had sadly nursed […]
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What do you do when someone elderly no longer wants to cook for them self ? Helping an elderly person eat well need not be a challenge if you are unable to cook for them all the time. Ready made Supermarket meals are an option but this still means getting to the shops unless you […]
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