Mealtime

Even if you are not moving around much, it is still important to consume enough calories each day to keep you body healthy. As our page on ‘How many calories a day do I need?’ outlines, a significant lack of calories can cause poor memory, concentration and brain functioning, and it can cause muscle wastage, […]

You may think that if you are not as active as you used to be you don’t need to eat much. However, calories are important to maintain a healthy body whatever your level of activity. A calorie shortfall may, in fact, further reduce levels of activity and mobility. The type of food you eat can

Losing weight from swallowing issues can be experienced when sufficient calories are not eaten on a regular basis. This can cause weakness and reduce the ability to live an independent life. It can also be distressing and further reduce the ability to eat. The European culture has often been centred on people being slim. But

Drinking enough fluid is not only about keeping the body cool. I first learnt about the importance of drinking enough fluid when dad was admitted to hospital after a fall. The doctors  explained that dehydration can cause dizziness and increase the risk of falls. Getting someone you care to drink enough fluid can be a