Alzheimer's Disease and Nutrition
People with Alzheimer's often have a problem eating enough. This article discusses why and offers tips on how caregivers can encourage eating. Published by The Cooperative Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Better Eating for Better Aging
This article discusses what causes malnutrition in older adults. There are also tips on how to prevent or minimize the problem. Provided by The International Food Information Council. 

Growing Older, Eating Better
This article discusses the nutritional needs of the elderly and the roadblocks many encounter trying to meet them. This information is intended to increase awareness of the problem and to offer possible solutions. Provided by The Federal Consumer Information Center. 

Healthy, Enjoyable Eating for Ages 65 to 84
An eating behavior self-assessment is included at this site.  The information covered includes the physical changes of aging that affect eating habits and the eating habits that affect the health of seniors. There is a good summary of healthy lifestyle practices. Published by The Cooperative Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Nutrition in a Can -- Liquid Supplements (PDF - Adobe Acrobat Reader required.)
This two- page brochure explains what liquid supplements are, why they might be used, and nutritional facts to keep in mind if you use them. Provided by Iowa State University Extension.

Seniors and Food Safety--Preventing Foodborne Illness
Seniors are particularly vulnerable to foodborne illness. There have been many changes to the way food is processed and packaged over the years and the opportunities for food contamination have changed too. This site provides information seniors need to know to protect themselves.  Created by the FDA/Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, May 1999. Developed in cooperation with AARP.

The Tufts University Nutrition Commentator Senior Nutrition Guidelines
This article presents a modified food guide pyramid for people over 70. Many seniors have chronic problems with dehydration which can lead to health problems and this modified pyramid includes the recommendation of 8 glasses of water a day. Provided by Tufts University, Nutrition Commentator. 

Wellness in Retirement (PDF - Adobe Acrobat Reader required.)
This publication outlines the physical changes of getting older. It then offers healthy nutritional tips to address special needs at this stage of life. Provided by Iowa State University Extension.