Nutrition & Feeding

How To Get More Iron In Your Diet

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Aug 18 2023

Anyone can develop iron deficiency anemia, but it’s particularly common in adults 65 and older. Your body has trouble creating healthy red blood cells if you don’t get enough iron in your diet. Over time, this can cause symptoms like fatigue, nausea, and shortness of breath. Read More

Best Diet for Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

Posted by Chad Birt on Thu Nov 02 2023

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one of the most common chronic health problems, affecting about one in four adults. Though it rarely presents symptoms, without treatment, hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Read More

Shopping Guide: Carewell's 5 Best Protein Shakes & Meals

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Mar 08 2024

Protein is essential for maintaining muscle mass and strength. But if your loved one has nutritional challenges, like chewing or swallowing difficulties, protein-rich foods, like red meat, can be challenging to eat. Read More

What is Thick Water?

Posted by Chad Birt on Wed Jun 18 2025

As you age, the 50 pairs of muscles and nerves responsible for helping you swallow experience wear-and-tear. Over time, these changes can cause the muscles to atrophy, making it difficult to keep food or liquids down. Thickening agents help make consumption easy and hassle-free. In this blog, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of thick water, including what it is, who can benefit, and where to buy it. Read More