Researchers from the University of East Anglia found that although 20% of their study group already had ‘low intake dehydration’ and a further 28% ‘impending dehydration’ testing that used 49 signs
Neel Radia told BBC 4’s Today programme: “This is a real huge concern for the care sector.
The call comes as the Department for Farming and Rural Affairs released figures, which the RSPCA says show that 94m animals were slaughtered without stunning in 2018.
It will take place at the Telford International Centre and the two-day event aims to bring together buyers, decision makers and influencers from across the entire industry.
He said: “I love working in care homes, it presents a unique set of challenges to a chef.
Experts behind the programme say older patients are typically failing to consume enough nutrients while convalescing on geriatric wards, according to the Daily Telegraph.
Nearly a quarter (23%) of people over 60 said they did not eat as much fresh fruit and veg as they could because they lived alone and the produce went off before they could eat it, with another 22%
The bronze Food for Life Served Here award recognises caterers who are serving of fresh, local and honest meals.
The competition is open to all chefs and cooks working in the care sector, from care homes, day centres, lunch clubs and meals on wheels services to local authorities and other care organisations,
The website’s new designs will make it easier to navigate through the services and view what is available.