Well I had been sick, then I went out of town, and now I am sick again. As soon as I have recovered, I will start blogging again. Please leave any tips or tricks you have found in the comment section.

I am sorry for the long delay in posts. I injured my back and I am just now being able to sit for any length of time. I will be working on the next posts a little at a time as my back allows. Thank you for your patience. If you have any ideas to share please feel free!

Things have been crazy around here and I am unable to post new content at this time. Hopefully next week I will have time to compile some new material. Thank you for your patience. I would appreciate your comments!

Here are this week's tips. Please send me a comment with your ideas!

• Home cooked meals are almost always more appetizing that commercially prepared foods.

• If your loved one is able, have them help in the preparation of food.

• If possible go for a short walk before meal times as exercise might stimulate their appetite.

• You may want to talk to their doctor about an appetite stimulant.

Hints for this week have arrived!

• Find out why they aren't interested in eating...could it be dry mouth? ill fitting dentures or sores? trouble swallowing? a metallic or altered taste (due to medications)? nausea? Once you know the cause you can figure out how best to make food more appealing.

• Offer five or six small meals rather than 3 big meals. A big plate of food can be daunting to a person who isn't feeling well.

• Allot plenty of time for them to eat, don't rush them. Let them eat when they are ready.

• Encourage a regular eating schedule when you can but allow for changes.

Have any hints you would like to share? Please feel free to comment!