Nutrition is something that all seniors are going to have to focus on and this is something they may not think about or feel comfortable focusing on. Some seniors gradually stop eating because they can no longer taste or smell, they forget to eat, or they don’t have the energy to cook for themselves. In-home care providers can help prepare meals, snacks, and batches of food in advance that allow your senior to eat healthily throughout the week.
In-home care can also help provide transportation to the grocery stores or help your loved one do online grocery shopping to get good fresh foods delivered. As your senior ages in place, in-home care will help them focus on food more and help them eat well-rounded meals and snacks.
Here are some easy snacks that are healthy and are super easy to make in a pinch or in advance.
Bell Peppers or Carrots and Hummus
Your loved one, no matter what age they are, should be eating tons of fresh fruits and vegetables, but this doesn’t always sound appealing even for seniors. One of the best snacks out there can be chopped up in advance and served as a snack between meals and that is hummus with bell peppers or carrots. In-home care can help cut these into sticks that are easy to eat. Both of the vegetables are filled with water keeping a senior hydrated and has tons of nutrients that your loved one will need to stay healthy. On top of all of that, hummus is a good source of protein that will keep them full for longer between meals and other snacks. This is a perfect snack for a senior who is craving something crunchy but healthy.
Oatmeal In The Morning
Most seniors want something that is easier to chew and something hot during cold mornings, and oatmeal is perfect. Most of the time it only takes a few minutes to make and that is why it is something so easy for in-home care to help with. The best thing about oatmeal is it can come in many different flavors and it also can be paired with fresh fruit or even dark chocolate making it something your loved one will look forward to every morning. This can be a breakfast or it can be a snack in between breakfast and lunch. It is a good source of protein and fiber which will help keep your senior loved one feeling full and regular.
Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds
Nothing is better than eating a bite of dark chocolate but to give it a little protein kick make it pair with almonds. This is a snack a senior can make or something that they can find in the store right off the shelves. A handful of almonds is one of the best savory snacks and dark chocolate can feel so satisfying if they are in need of a chocolate kick. Healthy food does not mean it has to taste bad or be boring. This is a fun way to add in extra calories but also allow healthy foods to feel rewarding afterwards.
If you or an aging loved one are considering In-Home Care Services in Del Mar CA, please call the caring staff at Canaan Home Care today! 1-844-CANAAN-1 (1-844-226-2261)
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