Seniors
usually have diminished appetite because their sense of taste also
gradually lessens. This can lead to weight loss. However, it’s also
important to know if the weight loss is brought about by an
underlying medical issue.
Monitor
the Weight Loss Progress
Does
your senior family member’s weight keep on dropping? If there is a
gradual decline in weight, it can be indicative of an illness that
needs to be diagnosed. Take your senior family member to a doctor for
a comprehensive check-up to see what could be wrong.
On
the other hand, the diminished appetite could be a side effect of a
medication your senor family member is taking. Talk to your family
member’s physician to discuss about how to alleviate these side
effects.
Depression
Could Be the Culprit
The
lack of appetite could be a sign of a mental health issue like
depression. Many seniors fall prey to depression due to things like
medication side effects or major change in life.
Improve
Diet and Nutritional Deficiencies
Perhaps
the senior family member just isn’t getting the nutrients he/she
needs. If the senior family member has injuries or illnesses like
arthritis, moving around could become difficult. This can prevent the
senior from making nutritious dishes.
Home
Health
Care
in Vancouver
for seniors should be provided. You can get extra help as well from
companies that provide home health care in Vancouver such as Just
Like Family. With extra help, you can be assured that your senior
family member is getting the right nutrients he/she needs through
food and that additional help can be provided in case of illnesses or
injuries.
