Cocoa supplementation no aid for cognition in older adults
Dec 15, 2023
The benefit was not seen overall or for domain-specific cognitive function.
Whole grain consumption linked to slower global cognitive decline
Nov 22, 2023
For African Americans, those in the highest quintile of whole grain consumption had slower declines in global cognition, perceptual speed and episodic memory.
Food insecurity in seniors linked to increased risk for dementia
Nov 21, 2023
Lower memory levels and faster age-related memory decline also were seen in association with low or very low food security.
AHA: Sodium reduction in diet lowers blood pressure in seniors
Nov 16, 2023
A decline in blood pressure from high- to low-sodium diet was independent of hypertension status; it generally was consistent across subgroups.
AHA: Fresh produce prescription improves glycemic control
Nov 14, 2023
The findings were seen among low-income individuals with diabetes and poor glycemic control.
You are what you eat: Why nutrition is so important in senior living
By
Melissa Powell
Nov 06, 2023
Nutrition often is underestimated yet holds the key to unlocking a world of health, vitality and happiness for our residents.
Small dietary changes can lower carbon footprint
Oct 27, 2023
The total carbon footprint in United States would be reduced by >35% if all consumers switched to a lower carbon substitute.
Higher consumption of coffee, tea linked to lower physical frailty
Oct 26, 2023
Higher consumption of caffeine at midlifewas linked to a reduced likelihood of physical frailty in later life among Chinese adults.
Healthy diet in midlife reduces risk for later cognitive impairment
Oct 26, 2023
The findings were seen for adherence to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension diet.
Recognition grows of the essential role of nutrition management in senior living
By
Tracy Blazer
Aug 31, 2023
The model for nutrition management and dietary support in senior living communities is approaching a critical impasse.