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Introduction. How might the different stages of dementia affect eating and drinking? Consider the dining environment. Difficulties you might manage at mealtimes.
Top tips for food first. Eat little and often - offer three small meals a day with two or three snacks in between (every 2-3 hours). Keep plenty of favourite snacks to hand. Fry meat, chicken and fish where possible or add creamy sauces, batter or breadcrumbs.
The Eatwell guide below shows the main food groups we need to include to achieve a healthy balanced diet. By eating a selection of foods from all of the groups on the Eatwell plate, a balanced diet can be achieved that includes sources of protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins and minerals.
caregivers and health professionals, this practical guide was developed by the dietitians of the Older Persons and Dementia Interest Group (OPDIG) of the Irish Nutrition and Dietetics Institute (INDI). The guide includes suggestions for managing difficulties at mealtimes, taste changes, weight loss,
Are you looking for easy finger food ideas or a meal plan for a person with dementia? We’ve got a 3-day sample menu of meals and snacks that are nourishing and dementia-friendly. Using a fork and spoon can become difficult and more confusing as dementia progresses.
Downloadable Resources for Patients and Caregivers. Educate and connect patients to the Alzheimer's Association. Our PDF resources can be printed or emailed directly to those affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias. Some resources are also available in Spanish.
Nutrition and dementia. London UK: Alzheimer’s Disease International. The report shows the importance of each of everyday nutrition and care of people with dementia. In addition it identifies how to start building methods and guidelines that will complement clinical treatment of the diseases.
