Understanding the Ingredients
for Healthy Eating
Participants will learn about changing dietary needs and eating habits as we age, reflect on their own eating habits, needs and challenges, discuss heathy eating, and explore opportunities to expand their options.
Resources
Canada’s Food Guide
https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/tips-for-healthy-eating/seniors/
A Guide to Healthy Eating for Older Adults (Eat Right Ontario)
http://www.unlockfood.ca/eatrightontario/
media/ero_pdf/en/seniors/older-adult-guide.pdf
Food Safety for Adults Ages 60 and Over
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-safety-vulnerable-populations/food-safety-adults-ages-60-over.html
Diabetes Education Program
https://www.diabeteseducation.ca/en/
Overcoming Roadblocks to Healthy Eating
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/overcoming-roadblocks-healthy-eating
Find a Registered Dietitian in Ottawa
https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/find-a-registered-dietitian-in-ottawa.aspx
Price Matching
Superstore and No Frills both match competitors advertised pricing.
Flipp
https://flipp.com or get the app on your phone
Browse weekly flyers from retailers near you. Find the best prices on the items you need.
Understanding Food Labels in Canada
https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Nutrition-Labelling/Understanding-Food-Labels-in-Canada.aspx
Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health
613-748-5999
www.wabano.com
Creates and delivers services to prevent ill health, treat illness and provide support and aftercare. PROGRAMS: Clinic (holistic health), healthy living, housing support, workshops & recreation.
Odawa Native Friendship Centre
613-722 3811
www.odawa.on.ca
Offers various programs and services to Indigenous people of all ages. PROGRAMS: for children, lifelong care, healthy living, community justice, and recreation. Can also help connect you to other useful resources and programs.
Articles
Eating Well as You Age
https://helpguide.org/articles/healthy-eating/eating-well-as-you-age.htm
Healthy Eating for Older Adults
https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/healthy-eating-for-older-adults-2019062016868
The Challenges of Healthy Ageing: Eating Well for Older People
https://www.healthyfood.com/advice/the-challenges-of-healthy-ageing-eating-well-for-older-people/
Nutrition Challenges as We Age
https://now.tufts.edu/articles/nutrition-challenges-we-age
Elderly Nutrition 101: Ten Foods to Keep You Healthy
https://aging.com/elderly-nutrition-101-10-foods-to-keep-you-healthy/
Older Adults Face Challenges in Getting Right Nutrition
https://www.wpr.org/older-adults-face-challenges-getting-right-nutrition
Overcoming Nutritional Challenges with Older Adults
https://www.diakonseniorliving.org/blog/1532621250-overcoming-nutritional-challenges-older-Adults
