Dementia education I Living well with dementia through nutrition

Diet and nutrition are integral to all components of health, including mental health. Join Dr. Heather Keller, Schlegel Research Chair in Nutrition & Aging at the University of Waterloo as she discusses the importance of nutrition and our relationship with food as part of living well with dementia. Dr. Keller will share strategies for managing eating challenges and improving the mealtime experience of those affected by dementia as the disease progresses. For caregivers and people living with dementia.
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Contents of the Video:
00:00 - Introduction
03:14 - Why is ‘what’ and ‘how’ we eat important for those living with dementia?
07:03 - Key nutrition recommendations for older adults
14:14 - Tips to support mealtimes and challenges
26:58 - Other considerations for persons living with dementia
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Excellent informative webinar. Thanks @AlzheimerBC and Dr. Heather Keller!

[@AlzheimerBC]

Thank you for watching!