Nutrition

Download Our Free Guide to Nutrition & Feeding

Posted by Carewell Team on Thu Apr 18 2024

We created our Nutrition & Feeding guide for family caregivers who support loved ones with unique nutritional needs. Providing healthy, balanced snack and meal options is essential, but that’s often easier said than done. For instance, if your loved one has chewing and swallowing difficulties, they might benefit from food and beverage thickeners. But if you’ve never heard of these products or aren’t familiar with how they work, making the right choice can be overwhelming. Read More

The 5 Best High-Calorie Nutrition Shakes & Meals on Carewell

Posted by Chad Birt on Wed Jun 18 2025

Certain health conditions, like cancer and malnutrition, cause rapid weight loss and fatigue. Eating a high-calorie diet helps combat these and other symptoms, by boosting energy and making it easier for your loved one to gain weight. Read More

Buying Guide: Hypoallergenic Baby Formula

Posted by Chad Birt on Wed Jun 18 2025

Using a hypoallergenic formula is crucial if your baby is one of the 4.9% of children with a cow’s milk allergy. These formulas contain predigested milk proteins, making them easier to absorb. They also reduce the risk of common food allergy side effects, including diarrhea, vomiting, and colic. We carry several types of hypoallergenic formulas at Carewell. This buying guide highlights our five favorite formulas and features pros, cons, and real customer feedback. Read More

7 Best Food & Drink Thickening Products of 2025

Posted by Chad Birt on Wed Jan 01 2025

Many seniors experience dysphagia—or difficulty swallowing—due to the natural aging process, neurological disorders, or cancer. Read More