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Category: Nutritional Advice

Tips and advice about eating a nutritious vegetarian or vegan diet.

Swallowing Awareness Day 2023

When designing a menu, we balance a number of factors. In no particular order these are nutrition, cost, presentation, cultural appropriacy, taste and texture. I’m sure there are others but what I would like to focus on is texture and its relationship with swallowing. Food means so much more ...

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Posted by Alex on 23/02/23 in Nutritional Advice

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Plant-based nutrition for older adults

Many age-related changes can impact our nutrient intake. Our ability to digest, absorb and use some nutrients can decline with age – as can our sense of taste and appetite. But although we generally have a lower energy or calorie intake, we still have the same nutrient requirements as younger...

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Posted by Guest on 12/10/22 in Nutritional Advice

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Malnutrition Awareness Week 10–16 October 2022

To celebrate Malnutrition Awareness Week, Vegetarian for Life (VfL) has shared its tips on providing nutrient-rich food and drink options for older vegans and vegetarians. VfL Chief Executive, Amanda Woodvine, said: “It is important for all of us – including vegans or vegetarians &...

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Posted by Alison on 09/10/22 in Nutritional Advice

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