Since this month is National Nutrition Month, we have been going over various nutrition-based topics on this blog. Today, we’re going to go over dietary changes as we age. This can be a sensitive subject, but it is incredibly common for older adults to have to change their diets as they get older. This can be due to developing allergies, or because certain conditions or surgeries make older adults reduce certain nutrients, like sodium. In addition, for a lot of people, our favorite foods are part of our identities, and if we couldn’t eat them anymore it would be really difficult for us.
Consult with a Dietician
Dieticians are great, and they are medical professionals with advanced nutrition knowledge. Dietician, more specifically Registered Dietician (RD), is a restricted term, unlike nutritionists, and dieticians may be able to provide you with more specialized knowledge than your general practioner might be able to provide. Plus, you might be able to get their visits covered through your insurance, so be sure to look into your benefits.
Adding Menu Items
Take this time to try new recipes, instead of viewing the changes as simply taking away your favorite foods. This is a way to try new foods! Maybe you make it an event with your family, like Try New Things Thursdays or whatever. Try to find simple recipes that you know you can comfortably execute with regards to any mobility restrictions. It will be lots of fun!
Stay tuned for more delicious posts!
Written by Brigid Coffey
