Savorease Journal: Nutrition Tips, Soft Food Recipes & Recovery Insights
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PD Blog Series 3: How to Tell if Swallowing is a Problem: Screening and Testing for Dysphagia
Swallowing difficulties can be hard to recognize, but early detection is key. Learn how dysphagia screenings, bedside exams, and imaging tests like VFSS and FEES can help identify swallowing problems. Whether you're a caregiver or a healthcare provider, understanding the signs of dysphagia can improve safety and quality of life.
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PD Blog Series 2. Swallowing Impairments in Parkinson's Disease: The Impact on The Three Phases of the Swallow
Swallowing difficulties, also known as dysphagia, are a common yet often overlooked complication of Parkinson’s disease (PD). These challenges can ... -
PD Blog Series 1: How Parkinson's Disease Affects Swallowing - Dysphagia
Parkinson’s disease is often associated with tremors, stiffness, and movement difficulties, but one lesser-known yet critical symptom is dysphagia ... -
Finding Relief From Dry Mouth
Everyone experiences dry mouth. That cotton ball sensation in your mouth that makes your tongue feel twice its’ size. Speech becomes an effort and ... -
Liberalizing the Diet with Transitional Foods: How to Measure Foods in This Category?
By: Reva Barewal DDS, MS, and Samantha Shune PhD, CCC-SLP Implementing the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI) criteri... -
What Is Dysphagia? Understanding the Basics
Dysphagia is the medical term for difficulty swallowing—a condition that can affect people of all ages but is especially common among older adults... -
The Art of Enjoying Food: The Interplay Between Taste and Texture
For individuals managing dysphagia and feeding disorders, the joy of eating can often feel elusive. As caregivers and healthcare providers, we str... -
Sugar, Inflammation, and Diet: Supporting Recovery in Stroke and Other Diseases
Chronic inflammation is at the root of many serious diseases, including stroke, heart disease, diabetes, and even neurodegenerative conditions. Whi... -
Oral Sensory Strategies for Children with Autism
Oral sensory strategies can be a lifeline for children with autism. They help manage sensory processing issues related to oral stimuli. These str... -
Can Sugar Be a Risk Factor in Cancer Progression?
In the journey of caring for someone with head and neck cancer, understanding the factors that might influence the disease can be vital. One such f... -
Tasty and Healthy Soft Food Recipes After Dental Surgery
Dental surgery can be a daunting experience. The recovery process often requires a shift in dietary habits. This is where soft foods come into play... -
Boost Brain Health with MIND Diet Foods For Dementia
Navigating the world of nutrition can be complex, especially when caring for a loved one with dementia. The MIND diet, a fusion of the Mediterranea...
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