{"id":469,"date":"2016-09-01T10:44:46","date_gmt":"2016-09-01T14:44:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/stpete\/?p=469"},"modified":"2016-12-20T18:17:50","modified_gmt":"2016-12-20T18:17:50","slug":"home-care-in-largo-fl-elderly-adults-not-eat-alone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/florida\/stpete\/blog\/home-care-in-largo-fl-elderly-adults-not-eat-alone\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Elderly Adults Should Not Eat Alone"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\"HomeOlder adults who have decided to age in place often find themselves eating alone. The problem with this is the fact that many of these seniors are not eating the nutrients their bodies need when they are preparing a meal for one. A survey was conducted by the Union Institute in Cincinnati to determine how many were at risk for malnutrition. Out of the 901 respondents who were reportedly at risk for malnutrition, 850 ate alone. Instead of preparing fresh meals, many seniors who live alone grab something that is quick and easy to make, which is also usually pre-packaged and void of any nutritional value.<\/p>\n

Elderly adults who are malnourished will also experience a weakened immune system, causing them to be more prone to developing illnesses and diseases. Preparing healthy meals can easily be done for one person with a little bit of help. In fact, a home care provider can be hired to offer your loved one company, someone to dine with, and someone to help with the cooking and grocery shopping.<\/p>\n

Getting an aging adult to eat nutritious meals when they have no one else to cook for can be a struggle, but is necessary in order to add years to their life. Here are a few ways you can encourage your loved one to eat the foods their body needs to function properly and keep them healthy.<\/p>\n