Often calorie intake for seniors can be challenging, especially for those who are post surgery, experiencing life changing diseases, or living in a new setting that isn’t home. For those who are in congregate livng, be sure to ask about your loved ones diet, weight, and food intake. There are creative things that the organization should be trying such as: finger foods, favorite ice cream drinks, or the addition of calories in supplements, that are flavorless, to their favorite foods.
If your loved one is at home, these similar things can help. Baking or cooking foods that smell good to stimulate the desire to eat is beneficial.
Did you know colors of your plate can stimulate hunger?
I have many resources that can help in this area for older adults.
