As a Dietitian, You Are Working with an Older Patient

Multiple Choice

As a dietitian, you are working with an older patient, Teresa, who has deficits in taste and smell. Teresa, who has hypertension and diabetes, complains that food just tastes bland to her. Which of the following should you encourage Teresa to use to enhance the taste of her food? Select all that apply.

A) Spices
B) Salt
C) Sugar
D) Vinegar
E) Herbs