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As part of our series on eating well as we age, today we’re looking at dietary changes in older adulthood. It can be a sensitive subject, but adjusting your diet as you get older is incredibly common. Changes may come from new food allergies, or because certain conditions or surgeries call for reducing specific nutrients like sodium. And for many of us, our favorite foods are tied to our sense of identity \u2014 so being told we can no longer eat them can feel genuinely difficult. The good news is that dietary changes don’t have to mean losing the joy of food.<\/p>\n

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Consult with a Dietitian<\/p><\/div>\n

Consult With a Registered Dietitian<\/h2>\n

Dietitians are medical professionals with advanced nutrition knowledge. “Registered Dietitian” (RD) is a protected, restricted title \u2014 unlike “nutritionist,” which anyone can use \u2014 so an RD can often provide more specialized guidance than a general practitioner. Their visits may also be covered by insurance, so it’s worth checking your benefits before assuming an appointment will be out of pocket.<\/p>\n

Add New Foods Instead of Only Subtracting<\/h2>\n

Rather than viewing dietary changes as simply taking your favorite foods away, treat it as a chance to discover new ones. Trying new recipes can turn a restriction into something to look forward to. You might even make an event of it with family \u2014 a weekly “try something new” night. Look for simple recipes you can comfortably prepare given any mobility considerations, so cooking stays enjoyable rather than a strain.<\/p>\n

Make Small, Sustainable Changes<\/h2>\n

Big dietary overhauls are hard to maintain. Small, gradual adjustments \u2014 swapping one ingredient, reducing salt a little at a time, adding one new vegetable a week \u2014 tend to stick far better and feel less overwhelming. Over time, these small shifts add up to meaningful improvements without the sense of sudden loss.<\/p>\n

Eating well as we age isn’t only about what’s on the plate \u2014 it can also depend on having the support to shop for and prepare it. If preparing balanced meals has become difficult for an older loved one, our companion caregivers in Louisville<\/a> can help with meal planning, grocery shopping, and preparation, making it easier to stick to dietary changes at home.<\/p>\n

Written by Brigid Coffey<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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