When the weather starts warming up, people start to think about moving more and eating healthier. March is National Nutrition Month and family caregivers can celebrate this month-long event by trying out some of these ideas for improving nutrition. It’s also a good idea to get help from senior home care providers to make good nutrition easier for seniors to achieve.
Learn as Much as Possible about Senior Nutrition
There’s a lot that goes into good nutrition, especially for seniors. There are things to learn about portion control, how nutrients improve health, and habits that support healthy eating. Seniors may want to talk to nutritionists or dietitians about their specific healthcare needs and how dietary changes can improve their health and quality of life. Nutritional counseling helps seniors to address specific health conditions and put together a highly personalized plan for eating healthier.
Try Cooking Classes or Videos
Sometimes better nutrition is all about finding new techniques or recipes that fit dietary requirements. There are lots of ways to take cooking classes or watch videos, including searching them on the internet. Local cooking classes can also be a great way to improve socialization and interact more in the community.
Venture Out to Farmer’s Markets
Heading out to a farmer’s market can be a great way to enjoy fresh local produce and to meet other people. Outings to local farms can also be a great idea. These adventures can be a lot of fun, too, while giving seniors an opportunity to boost their nutrition. If seniors need transportation assistance, elder care providers can do the driving and offer company during these outings.
Start a Garden
One way for seniors to have full control over the foods they’re eating is to grow some of those foods themselves. Starting a garden offers a ton of different benefits beyond nutritional ones. Gardening is a great hobby that stimulates the brain, offers a way for seniors to get physical activity, and allows them to spend time outside in nature.
Practice Mindful Eating
Mindful eating practices are an important part of helping seniors to create a deeper connection with healthy eating. These practices involve eating slowly and paying attention to both hunger and fullness cues. Mindful eating can be easier for seniors when they have company while they eat. Too many seniors find it difficult to eat alone, so it’s important to find ways for them to have the social connections they need while eating. Senior home care providers can offer help with meal preparation, but also offer companionship while eating and doing other activities.
National Nutrition Month is the perfect time to look at all sorts of aspects of nutrition as related to seniors and their health. Senior home care professionals can be a huge help to aging adults and family caregivers as they work to improve senior nutrition on a regular basis. Eating healthier can give seniors a huge boost to their quality of life and may even make it more possible to age in place.
If you or an aging loved one are considering senior home care in Newton, MA, please contact the caring staff at PlatinumCare + today. Call (617) 237-0867.
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