All Nutrition & Feeding

Holly Smidt, RD, LDN, Clinical Dietician and Licensed Dietician Nutritionist at The Center for Endocrinology at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland.

Diabetes and Nutrition: Tips for Keeping Blood Sugar In Check

Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Apr 18 2022

There’s no cure for diabetes, but you can take steps as a caregiver to reduce your loved one’s risk of more serious health problems. One of the easiest ways to do that is by keeping your care recipient’s blood sugar in check. Read More


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How To Keep Your Colon Healthy

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Aug 11 2023

Many of us rarely think about colon health. But if your large intestine doesn’t function properly, it can affect your nutrition and bowel habits, increasing your risk of illness and digestive problems. Read More


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Best Healthy Snacks for Older Adults

Posted by Brianna Maguire on Mon Aug 07 2023

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Feeding tubes are medical devices made of plastic or silicone. They’re flexible and provide liquid nutrition to people who have difficulty chewing and swallowing or are not to eat. Though they can often be beneficial, feeding tubes for those of advanced age may be risky.

If your loved one needs a feeding tube to manage a health problem or their doctor has prescribed liquid nutrition to help maintain their weight, it’s crucial to consider the pros and cons. In this article, we list feeding tube types, highlight their benefits, and discuss some potential risks.

Feeding Tubes For People of Advanced Age: What are the Risks and Benefits?

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Nov 04 2022

Feeding tubes are medical devices made of plastic or silicone. They’re flexible and provide liquid nutrition to people who have difficulty chewing and swallowing or won't eat. Though they can often be beneficial, feeding tubes for those of advanced age may be risky. If your loved one needs a feeding tube to manage a health problem or their doctor has prescribed liquid nutrition to help maintain their weight, it’s crucial to consider the pros and cons. In this article, we list feeding tube types, highlight their benefits, and discuss some potential risks. Read More