A report by the Care Commission in Scotland has found that most care home do not provide the requisite nutrition to elderly patients. More than 50% of homes did not screen their inhabitants for malnutrition, while over 30% did not screen for dehydration.
The Commission also said that 76 of 91 complaints made to it in 2006 to 2007 were related to this issue and were also upheld. It said the government must do something about the issue of nutrition in care homes.
Nutrition Facts
The importance of eating food and the physiological, psychological and social functions of food.
The importance of eating food and the physiological, psychological and social functions of food.
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About Super Foods
Encyclopedia section of medindia gives an introduction to some super foods that help in preventing and controlling cancer
Encyclopedia section of medindia gives an introduction to some super foods that help in preventing and controlling cancer
Drugs in Pregnancy & Lactation - What is Safe and What is Harmful
During pregnancy & lactation a nutritious diet, suitable exercise, adequate rest and a tranquil mind help both the mother and fetus and drugs hould be avoided.
During pregnancy & lactation a nutritious diet, suitable exercise, adequate rest and a tranquil mind help both the mother and fetus and drugs hould be avoided.
