Alzheimer's Disease And Alzheimers Diet

Alzheimers Disease
And Diet

Learn more about good
nutrition and diet in taking
care of an Alzheimers patient.

Alzheimers Disease And Diet

Consider Alzheimers patients and malnutrition. One of the most disturbing aspects of Alzheimer's disease is the problems associated with eating and drinking...in the alzheimer's diet.

Very often alzheimer disease sufferers develop food fads, though it is mainly later in the disease that severe malnutrition can occur.

It's difficult to make an adult eat especially if they are stronger
than you or they have developed a fear or severe dislike to what
you are trying to offer them. It can be a very difficult situation
for care givers to find themselves in.

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It's important to ensure the alzheimer's sufferer receives a well
balanced nourishing diet. It's also important that special
attention is paid to adequate fluid intake. Fluid is an integral
part of anyone's diet, and as the alzheimer's sufferer will often
forget or not bother to ask for a drink.

It's relatively easy to not realise their fluid intake is
insufficient, especially in hot weather or if the central heating
is on full blast. Drinks should be offered on a regular basis, and
a cold drink left nearby to remind the Alzheimer's sufferer to take fluids.

An excellent way of ensuring vitamin C is consumed, is
offering orange juice. If they drank vegetable juices in the past,
or are willing to give it a go now, it is good to start making
vegetable juices, as they are very high in vitamins and minerals.

Fruit and vegetables provide the vitamins and fiber needed to keep the body well nourished. Further fiber can be obtained by consuming whole grain bread and biscuits, adding some psyllium seed to things, etc.

If the alzheimer's sufferer spits out their food or refuses to eat,
further investigation is needed. They may have some gum
disease or intestinal problem. Their dentures may have become loose fitting (especially if they have lost weight), or they may have lost their sensation of taste.

They may also have some difficulty in swallowing which would need a doctor's attention, as this could be a sign of more serious problems.

It's also a good idea to ensure the alzheimer's disease sufferer has been having their bowels move on a regular basis. Constipation is one of the leading causes of loss of appetite in many alzheimer's disease sufferers, and if not addressed, can lead to more serious problems. Stool softeners or fiber products can be given.

Try and stay away from the more harsh laxatives until it is absolutely necessary. These encourage the bowel to become sluggish and lazy. Constipation is another reason why lots of fluid intake is important. Fluid helps to soften the stool and makes its passing much easier.

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