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• Nov 05, 2024
• 2 months ago

Family and friends are essential in ensuring vulnerable populations get enough nutrition to stay healthy. Older adults, children, individuals with chronic health issues, unhoused individuals, and other demographics benefit from having a support system in place to ensure they eat a balanced diet. Monitoring a loved one’s nutritional care is not always easy. LifeSpring Home […]

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• Oct 31, 2024
• 2 months ago

As people age, their bodies require additional nutrients to stay healthy. Older individuals are more likely to experience multiple medical issues impacting their diet and lifestyle. According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP), “Older adults are at greater risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease and cancer — as well […]

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• Sep 18, 2024
• 3 months ago

Lifestyle plays a crucial role in supporting people’s mental and physical health. This includes diet. Moreover, each person has unique dietary needs based on their preferences and lifestyle choices. According to MedlinePlus, “Good health habits can allow you to avoid illness and improve your quality of life.” LifeSpring Home Nutrition encourages people to adopt healthier […]

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• Sep 15, 2024
• 3 months ago

Some people find it challenging to create a balanced and nutritious diet. Chronic medical conditions, lack of access to healthy foods, and other factors may affect the type of meals a person eats throughout the week. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), “Food and dietary choices are influenced not only by prices and […]

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• Sep 12, 2024
• 3 months ago

People get their information about health and diet from many different sources. Some of those sources may intentionally or unintentionally provide misleading information. According to the National Library of Medicine (NLM), “Various factors contribute to the dissemination of health misinformation.” In addition, the NLM states that “cognitive biases, such as confirmation bias, often lead individuals […]

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• Sep 08, 2024
• 3 months ago

A person’s diet impacts mood, behavior, and overall health. Mental health is directly impacted by what types of food a person eats and their nutrients. According to Missouri Medicine, “Several nutritional deficiencies, such as vitamin b12, B9 (folate), and zinc, can cause symptoms of depression and dementia such as low mood, fatigue, cognitive decline, and […]

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• Sep 05, 2024
• 4 months ago

Many factors impact how people feel about food. Some individuals may experience issues with diet and self-image, including disordered eating and chronic health conditions. People’s relationship with food directly affects their health. According to Health.gov, “About half of all American adults – or 117 million individuals – have one or more preventable chronic disease, many […]

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• Aug 15, 2024
• 4 months ago

Surgery recovery often involves changes in diet to support healing and recovery. Post-discharge care may include a prescription for medically tailored meals (MTMs) or other meal services. According to Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy, “Providing medically-tailored meals significantly increases dietary adherence above 90% and allows patients to … experience fewer complications” after surgery […]

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• Aug 12, 2024
• 4 months ago

Chronic health conditions affect millions of people each year. Adults over the age of 55 have an increased risk of being diagnosed with one or more chronic diseases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Women in all age groups are more likely than men to have one or more, two or […]