Alzheimers

Disease

Alzheimers Disease (AD) is a

progressive, degenerative disorder that
attacks the neurons in the brain, and is
characterized by sticky clumps of
protein (amyloid plaques) and twisted
fibers made up of protein (neurofibrillary
tangles).

Mealtime
Hints

Simple place settings

Avoid overly hot foods
Serve one or two foods at a time
Allow plenty of time to eat
Make sure food is distinguishable
from the plate
Eat together to ensure adequate food
consumption

Symptoms
Memory loss impairing daily
Living
Inability to complete familiar
tasks
Confusion with current time
and place
Difficulty swallowing
Problems with speaking
Changes in mood/personality
Changes in taste and smell

Nutrition Tips

No special diet required

Provide well-balanced diet with
whole grains, fruits, vegetables,
low-fat dairy products and lean
protein sources
Supplements between meals
may be necessary as appetite
worsens
Make sure fluid intake is
adequate
Easy-to-swallow foods
Dysphagia diet as disease
progresses

One Day Diet

BREAKFAST

AFTERNOON SNACK

1 cup Cornflakes

22 mini crackers

1 med Banana

8 cheddar cheese cubes

1 Vanilla Boost High Protein

MORNING SNACK

DINNER

1 Go-gurt - Melon-berry
cup strawberries

1 cup potstickers
1 cup edamame
cup sticky rice ball
1 Tbs soy sauce

LUNCH

EVENING SNACK

4 oz chicken tenders

20 pieces Dips ice cream

1 Tbs BBQ sauce

1 cup steamed carrots
cup seedless grapes
1 cup cranberry juice

Total Calories: 2204 kcals

Total Protein: 77g
Diet Modifications: Finger foods, 3 snacks a day