Senior Sanctuary Of Anthem Takes Care Of Different Nutrient Needs Of Seniors


Staying fit and eating right are important no matter what your age. Our bodies have different needs as we get older, so certain nutrients become especially important for good health. Unfortunately, many seniors do not eat as well as they should for a variety of reasons which can lead to malnutrition or poor nutrition. Our bodies change as we get older, including perceptual, such as changes in hearing, smell and taste, physiological (energy and function- these changes occur later in life that affects nutritional needs) and general age-related conditions, such as gastrointestinal changes, dentition (change in the makeup of a set of teeth). All these changes influence the performance of each person's body as a whole, which in turn impacts our eating, nutritional intake and overall health.
Seniors And Malnutrition:
In older adults, malnutrition is seen in varying degrees alongside varying vitamin and calcium deficiencies. Malnutrition is attributed to undernutrition, nutrition deficiencies or imbalances. These days physicians mostly encounter milder malnutrition symptoms, such as loss of appetite, lack of overall interest and wellness, etc. Not enough intake of vitamins A, B, C, D, E, folic acid, calcium and niacin are some of the common deficiencies of nutrients. Some socioeconomic risk factors, such as financial concerns, loss of a loved one, hospitalizations, lack of interest in cooking or eating alone, etc. can also result in malnutrition.
Anthem Seniors is an award-winning assisted living provider in Phoenix, AZ. Our newest state of the art care facility- Senior Sanctuary Of Anthem ensures adequate nutrition and proper intake of fats and nutrients in order to help keep senior residents feeling more vital and more healthy.
Tips To Improve Nutrition:
It goes without saying that good nutrition plays a key role in the quality of life in older people. This highlights the importance of preventative medicine and focusing on good eating habits. Healthcare providers recommend following the USDA Food Patterns and the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Eating Plan.
Recommended Daily Nutrition For Older Adults:
1.      Protein foods- 5-7 ounces.
2.      5-8 teaspoons of oils.
3.      1½ to 2 ½ cups fruits (peach, dried fruits)
4.      2 to 3½ cups of leafy vegetables.
5.      5-10 ounces of grains- A slice of bread, a small muffin, ready-to-eat cereal, whole-grain pasta usually equal one ounce of grains.
6.      3 cups of fat-free or low-fat milk with one cup of yogurt being equal to one cup of milk whereas one cup of cottage cheese is the same as ½ cup of milk.
When it comes to nutrition for seniors who choke on water, pureeing the meals can help to make swallowing easier as pureeing thickens the liquid. Furthermore, consuming pureed meals reduces the risk of dehydration while also helping to resolve problems related to swallowing. Experts recommend using milk or nutrition shakes to puree foods in order for seniors to increase their intake of calcium and other healthy fats. Calcium is a very important nutrient, especially for older adults whose bones become more brittle as they get older.
Our facilities- Anthem Senior Living and Senior Sanctuary Of Anthem- offer home like environment that ensures an organic sense or independence while delivering world-class care services.

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