Eating With Alzheimer's Disease
Some symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, including confusion and lack of energy, can be worsened by poor nutrition. Be sure to provide your loved one with a nutritious diet and plenty of healthy fluids, such as water or juice.
Encourage independent eating if your loved one is able. Consider serving finger foods that are easier for the person to handle and eat.
Adaptive equipment, such as plate guards or silverware with specially designed handles, is available for individuals who have difficulty holding or using utensils.
Don't force feed. Try to encourage the person to eat, and try to find out why they don't want to eat. Always remember to treat the person as an adult, not a child.
Some symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, including confusion and lack of energy, can be worsened by poor nutrition. Be sure to provide your loved one with a nutritious diet and plenty of healthy fluids, such as water or juice.
Encourage independent eating if your loved one is able. Consider serving finger foods that are easier for the person to handle and eat.
Adaptive equipment, such as plate guards or silverware with specially designed handles, is available for individuals who have difficulty holding or using utensils.
Don't force feed. Try to encourage the person to eat, and try to find out why they don't want to eat. Always remember to treat the person as an adult, not a child.