Nutrition

5 Best Pureed Meals for People with Dysphagia or Trouble Swallowing of 2024

Posted by Chad Birt on Thu Dec 21 2023

If you’ve ever cared for a loved one with dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, mealtime can be challenging. Enter purees. These pre-packaged meals are easy to swallow and are packed with nutrition. Plus, their nectar-like consistency reduces the risk of coughing, choking, and aspiration. Here are Carewell's five best-selling pureed meals from Thick & Easy.  Read More

Pros and Cons of Nutritional Supplement Drinks for Older Adults

Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Mon Nov 28 2022

Many older adults and caregivers may consider adding a nutritional supplement drink to their diets to help curb weight loss. Still, they may not be the right solution for every situation. Below we’ve developed a guide to help you learn more about nutritional supplement drinks before you add them to your diet or that of a loved one. Read More

Drinks That Promote Healthy Digestion

Posted by Lauren Caggiano on Wed Nov 16 2022

Diet, lifestyle, health conditions, and other factors can affect our digestive system in ways that can affect our quality of life. As we age, our digestion process can slow down which can lead to everything from bloat and discomfort to constipation. The good news is that certain drinks can help promote healthy digestion. Here are some drinks you or your loved one might try to get your digestion back on track: Read More