All Nutrition & Feeding
Common Side Effects of Enteral Feeding and 7 Tips for Managing Them
Posted by Chad Birt on Thu Jun 15 2023
Tube feeding can help your loved one consume more calories, maintain their ideal weight, and receive essential nutrients. However, if done improperly, liquid meals can also lead to side effects.Read More
4 Best Nutrition Supplies for Diabetes
Posted by Brianna Maguire on Mon Jul 31 2023
Nutrition supplies for diabetes are a helpful way to help ensure proper nutrition and healthy blood sugars for those dealing with diabetes. For individuals with diabetes, rapid changes in blood sugar can be difficult to manage. Nutritional supplies, such as shakes or tablets formulated for diabetes, offer an easy-to-consume option to help those with diabetes attain quick energy and manage blood sugar changes.Read More
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