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July 2008
Restorative Dining Programs can Improve Outcomes, Promote Well-being, Reduce Risk, and Boost Payment
All people involved in the caregiving process must be focused on the purpose of caregiving in the broadest sense to help the resident be as comfortable and functional for as long as possible. Restorative programs…
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November 2009
Thermometer CalibrationFoods cooked, stored and held at the proper temperatures do not allow bacteria to grow. If bacteria do not grow, then people who eat the food will not get food borne illness. Proper use of a thermometer can help assure that the food prepared in your kitchen is safe…
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September 2008
Prepare for the Baby Boomer Generation!
A new group of health care consumers has begun to utilize the services of long term care. These are the Baby Boomers who total approximately 78 million, born between 1946 and 1964. These men and women, some of whom have reached…
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January 2010
We don’t work in a facility, we work in their home. Phrases like “culture change” and “resident centered living” have been popping up in meetings, newsletter, and research regarding how we manage long term care facilities. What do all of these words mean and why all of this change now? …
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December 2009
As the holidays approach we like to celebrate by entertaining friends and family, throwing parties, and preparing feasts. From the buffet table to the office party, food moves center stage throughout the holiday season. Food safety is the most important ingredient in preparing food for the holidays. Be sure to…
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November 2009
You Are What You EatThe old adage, though many would like to believe otherwise, is very true… we are what we eat. One of the main reasons people become overweight or obese is overeating. And for those who eat out frequently, portion size can be a detriment contributing to…
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August 2009
Alcoholism and NutritionAlcoholism is a complex problem that affects nearly 17.6 million adults in the United States. Heavy alcohol use has adverse affects on nutrition both because it displaces other, more nutritious foods in the diet and because chronic use impairs absorption and metabolism of many nutrients. Over many years…
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March 2009
Salmonella Outbreak in Peanut ButterRecently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended that products containing peanut butter be eliminated from consumer’s diets until further information becomes available. At least 474 people in 43 states have been sickened by peanut butter and peanut paste,…
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April 2009
HydrationNext to oxygen, water is the nutrient most needed for life. A person can live without food for a month, but most people can survive only three or four days without water. Water helps you to maintain body temperature, metabolize body fat, aids in digestion, lubricates and cushions organs, transports…
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October 2008
Nutrition and Aging-The decline in the senses of taste and smell
Nutrition is vitally important for all age groups but is especially a concern for the elderly population. Proper menu planning is critical for providing the essential nutrients that a resident so desperately needs. Older adults…
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