Category Archives: Nutrition

Pureed Nutrition

Pureed Nutrition

National Dysphagia Level 1: Pureed Nutrition Therapy   Description This diet consists of pureed, homogenous, and cohesive foods. Food should be “pudding-like.” No coarse textures, raw fruits or vegetables, nuts, and so forth are allowed. Any food that require bolus formation, controlled manipulation, or mastication are excluded. Rationale This diet is designed for people who […]

High Calorie – High Protein

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Nutrition Therapy The Benefits of Calories and Protein Calories from foods give your body energy. Eating enough calories will help you gain weight. Protein from food helps your body heal and grow strong.   Tips to get More Calories and Protein Aim for at Least 6 Meals and Snacks Each Day Extra meals and snacks […]

Bone Health in Post – Menopausal Women

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Bone is living tissue made up of specialized bone cells, and like the rest of the body, it is constantly being broken down and renewed. Osteoporosis is a decrease in bone mass and bone density (when bone being broken down is faster than being renewed), resulting in an increased risk and/or incidence of fracture. Women […]