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One of the bigger worries that you might have about your elderly loved one, particularly if she still lives alone, is that she’s getting enough nutrition from her diet. Having poor nutrition can cause health problems for your loved one and can also cause her to deteriorate to the point that she loses her independence. Here are some ways that you can figure out if your loved one might be undernourished.<\/p>\n
Check out What Your Loved One Eats<\/strong><\/p>\n Rather than making your elderly loved one self-conscious by asking her too much about what she’s been eating, take a tour around the pantry and refrigerator when you get a chance. Look for expired food, unopened food, or empty shelves. All of this can tell you quite a bit about what you need to know. You can also be on the lookout for foods that are considered full of empty calories, like junk food or processed foods.<\/p>\n