Preventing Digestive Health And Long-Term Care

Sep 25, 2024 · Many residents in long-term care facilities may require special diets rich in fiber, probiotics, and other nutrients to support digestive health and prevent complications like infections or dehydration, which can arise from digestive issues. Sep 25, 2024 · Many residents in long-term care facilities may require special diets rich in fiber, probiotics, and other nutrients to support digestive health and prevent complications like infections or dehydration, which can arise from digestive issues. Sep 30, 2024 · Digestive issues — such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn and constipation — do become more common with age. In fact, at least 40% of older adults have at least one digestive complaint. The good news is that some simple changes to your diet and lifestyle may help you prevent or manage digestive issues. Sep 30, 2024 · Digestive issues — such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn and constipation — do become more common with age. In fact, at least 40% of older adults have at least one digestive complaint. The good news is that some simple changes to your diet and lifestyle may help you prevent or manage digestive issues. “Americans’ fiber intake is 40 to 50 percent of what it should be,” Mullin says. A balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables provides the fiber that builds good bacteria and gut health . Other foods that build a healthy digestive system include kefir (a fermented milk drink that’s similar to yogurt and is rich in probiotics) and other fermented or... “Americans’ fiber intake is 40 to 50 percent of what it should be,” Mullin says. A balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables provides the fiber that builds good bacteria and gut health . Other foods that build a healthy digestive system include kefir (a fermented milk drink that’s similar to yogurt and is rich in probiotics) and other fermented or...