Snacks for seniors citizens

As we age, getting nutrient-rich foods becomes difficult as well. So how do we help our loved ones get the nutrients they need? First, we need to understand the reasons why they may not be able to get the nutrients they need. Second, we need to learn some symptoms of malnutrition that can alert us to problems. Lastly, we need to come up with some different foods they can eat that can give them the needed nutrients. There are various reasons why the elderly stop being able to consume…

Find a list of the top healthy soft snacks for the elderly!

The elderly commonly suffer from poor nutrition for a number of reasons. Lack of appetite, poor dental health, digestive issues, health conditions and treatment for those c...

Whether you’re planning fellowship for adults, Sunday school or VBS for children, or gatherings for youth, families or small groups, yummy church snack ideas are always a hit.

A guest post by Jody My grandmother is ninety-eight years old, and until she fell six months ago she was still living relatively self-sufficiently at home. Her independence was important to her, and so she was still making most of her own meals. Like the ideal farmer’s wife, she had spent a lifetime making spreads of pot roast, mashed potatoes, applesauce, green beans, corn, gravy, rolls, apple pie, pecan pie, butterscotch pie and cherry pie – the woman could make some pie!

It’s important to be aware of what we are putting into our bodies. This is twice as important as we get older, especially when it comes to food and nutrition. The good news — cooking healthy meals doesn’t need to be complicated or lengthy. There are loads of tasty, healthy recipes that will give senior ... Read more

This delicious Amish Macaroni Salad recipe will become your go to recipe for macaroni salad! Sweet and tangy, with just the right amount of crunch. It makes a great side dish to just about anything and it makes a wonderful pot luck dish too!

Our favorite packable, share-able, kid-friendly bites.

Amy Bartels, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Laclede County, University of Missouri Extension Seniors often lose some of their appetite or change their eating habits as they age. A number […]

Chefs for Seniors is a healthy alternative to meal delivery that provides nutritious meals for seniors prepared by a local personal chef.