PIF Categories: Nutrition and Dietetics
Eating and drinking for people with dementia
When someone has dementia, eating and drinking can become more difficult as the condition progresses. They may not recognise foods and fluids like before, have difficulty communicating their needs, have […]
Eating and drinking as conditions progress
As a person’s condition progresses and in the late palliative care stage, it can be a difficult time for relatives and carers when it comes to supporting them to eat […]
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
What is IBS? IBS is irritable bowel syndrome, symptoms of which can include constipation or diarrhoea, bloating and abdominal pain. IBS is diagnosed once other conditions have been excluded. It […]
Eating and drinking with acknowledged risk
Read our practical guide below for relatives and carers about food and fluid in advanced disease / severe frailty. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information […]
Food safety guidance during neutropenia
Read our guide below about to help you eat well and safely store food during chemotherapy or stem cell transplant treatment. You can also download a PDF version of this […]
4 Step Bowel Obstruction Diet
For the nutritional management of bowel obstruction related to cancer Who is this advice for? The information in this advice sheet is for you if you: Have been diagnosed with […]
Low fibre diet
Read our guide below about to help you understand how to restrict your fibre intake for a medical reason. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information […]
Food First: Over the counter supplements
These drinks are available to buy at pharmacies and supermarkets. They can be used to supplement your food intake between meals and snacks. They are not prescribed on the NHS […]
Food first: making mealtimes easier
If cooking is difficult for you or your carer, try ready prepared meals from the supermarket or meals delivered to your door.
Food first: how to prepare a pint of fortified milk
Full fat milk (also called full cream or whole milk) contains a range of nutrients including calories, protein and calcium, therefore it is useful to help maintain or increase your […]