We've been hearing a lot about fish oils: omega-3 fatty acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and eicosapentaenoic acid (epa) being helpful in disease prevention.  Is this just another big fish story, or is it true?  More and more physicians are writing orders for fish oil capsules for residents with dementia or…

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…

MDS 3.0 - It is finally here! 

The development of MDS 3.0 has been planned, tested and trained for by nurses, dietitians, social workers and therapists throughout the country.  October 1 is the implementation day and the consultant dietitians at Nutrition Care Systems are ready. Are you?
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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…

The release of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans was recently announced. This is the federal government's evidence-based nutritional guidance to promote health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity through improved nutrition and physical activity. Because more than one-third of children and…

Valentine's day may have your New Year's resolution put to the test.  From the traditional box of chocolates to the chocolate covered cherries your loved one is impressing you with, the holiday sweets just seem to always be present.  We should have the opportunity to indulge on a special day,…

The Federal Government’s National High Blood Pressure Education Program (NHBPEP) recommends a healthy eating plan along with reduced intake of sodium to lower high blood pressure or prevent the development of high blood pressure (hypertension). According to key studies, blood pressures were reduced with a meal plan that was low…

It’s August which means “Back to School” is just around the corner. Here are some tips and ideas to help make preparing your child’s lunch stress-free and healthy:Make several containers or Ziploc bags of items to include in your child’s lunches for the week. These can include: vegetables, crackers, pretzels,…

The President recently signed the Food Safety Modernization Act. The passage of this legislation set in motion sweeping improvements to the security and safety of our nation’s food supply.

Each year, close to 73 million Americans experience a food borne illness, close to 325,000 are hospitalized and over 5,000…

There are several ways to make the dining experience for a resident in a retirement or rehabilitation center a much more pleasant experience. It always helps to think about how we would want to be treated when going out to eat. The resident deserves some special treatment during their meals.Be…