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Elderly dementia male excessive sleeping, no breakfast or lunch, losing weight. drank 32 oz milkshake, 1/2 sandwich, little soup, water. enuf food?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Poor nutrition in: the diet you mention, not the amount that is the real issue. Please see a nutritionist who can help you create a good food plan. Every meal needs to contain protein, fats, and carbs. Lots of good fats helpful to the brain. These are things like olive oil, coconut oil. Check w/doc first. Peace and good health.

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Answered 5/29/2016

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