Growing older brings unique challenges—and for many, maintaining independence at home is a top priority. But what happens when changes in appetite, energy levels, or health conditions make meal planning and nutrition feel overwhelming? At Optimum Intake Dietitians, we’re here to make sure food supports your independence, not hinders it. We’re thrilled to be part…
Have you ever wondered how you would receive nourishing meals and fluids if you had difficulty with swallowing? How would you ensure that your body received the vitamins and energy needed to grow and function every day if you couldn’t eat food? There are many reasons that lead to someone being at risk of aspiration…
Nutrition and Dementia: Tips for Care Givers Eating and drinking is something we all do every day, often without a second thought. But what happens when the people we love experience behavioural, emotion or physical changes that completely change their relationship with food? Many people living with Dementia experience symptoms such as a poor appetite,…
Do you have a family member who lives in a residential aged care facility? Many people report that at times they worry about their loved one’s health and quality of food provided. Recently, it was found that over half of nursing home residents are either at risk of malnutrition or are malnourished, with as little…