Making the Most of Mealtimes (M3): effect of eating occasions and other covariates on energy and protein intake among Canadian older adult residents in long-term care.
Vanessa TrincaJ MorrisonS SlaughterHeather H KellerPublished in: Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association (2019)
Energy and protein intake appears to be associated with eating occasions. Based on these exploratory findings, LTC homes may consider providing more protein-dense foods at breakfast. Protein and energy dense snacks could also be used more extensively to support intake.