Nutritional Snacks

~By Kali Steward

Modified Pyramid For older Adults

Meals on wheels is also a food supplement program for elderly & disabled who may be housebound due to illness or recovering from a hospital stay. It's a great program that offers nutritional meals.If information is needed about programs please contact numbers below: Boston (617)292-6211 (or) SSES 1(800)243-4636

Eating healthy has increased over the last  ten years and people are more conscious of what they are putting into their bodies  and benefitting from  it in their later years.Even though the nutritional needs are different in  the senior population due to what they are able to eat & what they can not eat. Here is a list of best Health foods for the Elderly:
Brain Food -improve brain function,help maintain memory

• Shellfish
• Salmon
• avocado
• Eggs
• almonds
• Lean Beef

Bone Health- As we age bones get weak & brittle,especially women who are at risk for osteoporosis,these are suggestion to maintain bone health.

• fortified milk
• Kale
• Cabbage
• Orange juice
• Collards
• Cottage cheese
• Yogurt

Dental Health

• Raisins
• Water
• Raw broccoli
• Cooked spinach

Antioxidant-helps your body with proper nutrients when it breaks down

• Carrots
• Sweet Potatoes
• Tomatoes
• Blueberries
• Spinach

Low-Sugars-Having a low sugar intake helps prevent the onset of diabetes as well as weight gain,fatigue many more effect.

• Diet,caffeine free soda
• Whole grain breads
• Apples
• Low fat yogurt
• Vegetables

Digestion-constipation, colon problems or UTI's seems to be a major concern,check with doctor where every case may be different.Here are foods that may help.

• Red beets
• Non-greasy foods
• Cranberry juice
• Prunes
• Barley
• Oat bran
• Turnips

Adding plenty of fruit and vegetables to your diet prevents many ailment & proper nutrition.Please consult doctor before making any changes to diet.