Eating Problems
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Eating problems in people with Alzheimer's can be due to a decreased appetite, memory loss or trouble swallowing. If your loved one is having trouble swallowing, there are signs, such as a moist cough, that can signal it's time to see a specialist. If your loved one is forgetting meals, has problems with utensils or has a decreased appetite, there are ways to encourage your loved one to eat. Making their favorite foods, finger foods, bigger utensils and showing them how to eat can help them.
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