Eating well: children & adults with learning disabilities

Overview

This evidence-based report summarises available information on the nutritional needs of children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. It also addresses barriers surrounding food choice and eating well, and provides practical information to support these groups along with those caring for or supporting them.

Additionally, it outlines the reasons why people with learning disabilities might be more vulnerable to poor nutrition, and how positive changes to eating and drinking can improve their health and wellbeing. Furthermore, it also provides practical guidelines in explaining what is meant by good nutrition and the steps that can be taken to make positive changes.

Organisation

The Caroline Walker Trust

Published

2007