{"id":2671,"date":"2018-06-01T14:11:03","date_gmt":"2018-06-01T18:11:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/?p=2671"},"modified":"2018-06-01T14:11:03","modified_gmt":"2018-06-01T18:11:03","slug":"elderly-care-in-redington-beach-fl-summer-nutritional-needs-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/florida\/stpete\/blog\/elderly-care-in-redington-beach-fl-summer-nutritional-needs-for-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Nutritional Needs for Seniors"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>While everyone can benefit from a nutritious diet at any age, elderly adults especially need to eat healthy food during the summer months. Unfortunately, many seniors don\u2019t focus on <a href=\"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/florida\/stpete\/services\/\">health and nutrition<\/a> as they age. It\u2019s up to family caregivers and elderly care providers to ensure that aging adults get the food and drink they need to keep them healthy, hydrated and satisfied.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Nutrition is Important During Summer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s hard enough to get an elderly person to eat a nutritious meal. With age comes a host of obstacles that prevent seniors from eating healthy foods and indulging in those that are less nutritious. The most common reasons why elderly adults choose unhealthy food includes a loss of smell, deteriorating taste buds, financial strain, chronic health conditions, side effects from medication, and physical limitations like poor dental health or difficulty swallowing.<\/p>\n<p>During the summer months, it\u2019s especially important for seniors to eat well. In hot weather, it\u2019s easier for them to become dehydrated. Research shows that seniors don\u2019t feel thirst as acutely as younger adults, so they are less likely to drink throughout the day or keep up with hydration when it gets hot. Dehydration leads to problems with circulation, kidneys and digestion among other things.<\/p>\n<p>Hot weather can also reduce an elderly person\u2019s appetite. Not only does it mean they aren\u2019t getting the nutrients they need, seniors are more likely to reach for easy processed foods with little nutritional value. Malnourishment is common in aging adults and can have long-term effects on health and wellness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips on Top Summer Nutrition for Seniors<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Family caregivers and <a href=\"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/florida\/stpete\/services\/\">elderly care providers<\/a> should work extra hard to provide elderly adults with the nutrition they need to get them through the hot summer months. Of course, hydration is a big part of staying healthy, and seniors should drink plenty of water every day. Elderly care providers can also keep aging adults hydrated by serving up fruits and vegetables, especially those with high water content like watermelon, cucumbers, celery, grapes, and lettuce.<\/p>\n<p>Because elderly adults don\u2019t eat as much as they once did, every bite must be packed with nutrition. Family caregivers and <a href=\"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/florida\/stpete\/services\/\">elderly care providers<\/a> can choose appetizing and delicious food that delivers a lot of things that they body needs to thrive. From a hearty breakfast to nutritious snacks, seniors benefit from things like eggs, chicken, dairy products, fresh fruit and vegetables, and more. It may be beneficial for elderly care providers to spend more time on breakfast and lunch, as many elderly adults simply find it too much to eat a hearty dinner.<\/p>\n<p>Family caregivers and elderly care providers have a unique opportunity this summer to evaluate the nutrition needs of their elderly loved ones and compensate where needed to ensure their maximum health and wellness.<\/p>\n<p>Source:<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.eatright.org\/health\/wellness\/healthy-aging\/special-nutrient-needs-of-older-adults<\/p>\n<p><strong>If You Or An Aging Loved One Are Considering Hiring <a href=\"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/florida\/stpete\/services\/caregiver-services\/\">Elderly Care in Redington Beach, FL<\/a>, Please Contact The Caring Staff At Assisting Hands Home Care Today! 727-748-4211.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elderly Care in Redington Beach FL: While everyone can benefit from a nutritious diet at any age, elderly adults especially need to eat 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