Tag: Oral motor development

Studies suggest that chewing crunchy foods more slowly can lead to a 20% reduction in overall food consumption. The benefits of crunchy food extend far beyond simple pleasure, positively impacting everything from stress levels to weight management and oral health.

According to a study on older hospitalized patients, those on pureed diets have significantly lower health-related quality of life scores. This reflects a key issue, as the disadvantages of pureed food extend far beyond its primary benefit of easier swallowing, affecting nutrition, taste, and emotional well-being.