High Calorie SMOOTHIES Handout

High calorie foods are used to stop unintended weight loss. Anyone working with frail older adults knows how detrimental unintended weight loss can be.

Unintended Weight Loss is a Real Problem

With unintended weight loss comes loss of muscle. We need muscle to function. To get out of bed in the morning, get dressed, feed ourselves… we need muscles for independence.

Unintended weight loss… it’s a big deal. It robs older adults of their independence. It impacts their quality of life and increases the risk of death and disability.

Why High Calorie Smoothies

I have been working with older adults for over 13 years. And I’ve found that even when my clients just can’t take another bite of food, they can still sip on a drink or smoothie.

High calorie drinks served in-between meals can be an effective way to stop unintended weight loss and promote weight gain.

What is Included?

This one-page PDF client education handout includes a basic 4 step instruction to making a high calorie smoothie. It lists ingredient ideas, though not specific amounts (that would be too much for a 1-page handout & it varies based on the combo of ingredients used anyways!).

It includes a delicious recipe which gives people a good idea for where to get started. Our Strawberry Banana Smoothie recipe provides a tasty 650 calories!

Is This JUST for Older Adults?

No! This resource can be used for any client or population that needs a boost of extra calories. My target audience just happens to be seniors!

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