If you are a caregiver of someone suffering from Alzheimer’s, there can be an added stress around mealtime that comes in multiple dimensions. You may find that your loved one has a reduced appetite, changing food preferences, perhaps even forgetting that they’ve eaten a meal or not being able to recognize a particular food. In the middle stages of the disease they often develop difficulty using utensils, and in the later stages, they may have trouble chewing or swallowing. All of this can contribute to dehydration and malnutrition for your loved one, and a lot of stress and concern for you.