
Low levels of folate may increase dementia risk: research
Evidence for the critical role of lifestyle factors such as nutrition in dementia risk is mounting. A new study now adds weight to indications that

Evidence for the critical role of lifestyle factors such as nutrition in dementia risk is mounting. A new study now adds weight to indications that

You can’t underestimate the importance of good oral hygiene for overall health and wellbeing. This is particularly important for people with dysphagia. Swallowing difficulties increase

A critical principle underlying texture modification of foods and liquids is their thickness. For someone with dysphagia – swallowing difficulties – it can mean the

For far too many people, aging brings increasing frailty, weakness, tiredness and difficulties performing the most basic of tasks needed to live independently. Finally, five

Nature has provided us with exquisite bodies and food to feed them – and much as medicine tries to trump it, nutrition continues to prevail.

A large Australian study has found that increasing calcium and protein intake in older adults through dietary sources can reduce the incidence of falls and

The appalling, substandard quality of residential aged care in Australia hit the limelight in recent years after staff spoke out and sparked a much needed

Nearly half of older adults don’t get enough protein – and that’s a problem. While a nutritionally well-rounded diet is vital at any age, and

Frailty is a serious problem for older adults and affects around half of people over 80. With its associated issues including weakness, muscle wasting, falls
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