When most of us hear the word “diet,” we picture a structured list of dos and don’ts. Eat this, never that. But, what if “that” happens to be your favorite...
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When people move into a managed senior living community, they often ask about saturated fat in our meals, shared Mark Holmes, national director of culinary...
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“Seniors may think they need Ensure and other commercial products to get the nutrition they need, but most do not,” says Mark Holmes, national director of...
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When you feel thirsty, you know your body is running low on moisture, which means it’s time to hydrate! That’s not so simple for older adults as aging tends to...
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Protein builds strong muscles. Our bodies naturally lose muscle mass as we get older, even if we exercise, so it’s important for seniors to eat plenty of...
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Who doesn’t love a sweet treat? We all have different ideas about what constitutes a scrumptious dessert or snack, but we all know that too much of a good...
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The “freshman 15” is not only a thing that happens to you in college, warns Mark Holmes, national director of culinary operations at The Goodman Group. It’s...
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Even if you’ve never had a problem digesting dairy products, you might develop lactose intolerance as you get older. That’s because your body produces less...
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Nutritionists will tell you the foods you eat have a direct impact on your health and well-being. This becomes even more important as we age, especially for...
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Eating healthy offers ample benefits at any age, and the importance of prioritizing nutrient-rich ingredients becomes even more essential later in life. As we...
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