Skip to content

:

Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

5 min

What food is choking hazard for seniors? The definitive guide

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adults aged 65 and older are at a seven times greater risk of choking to death compared to children. Understanding what food is a choking hazard for seniors is critical for caregivers and families to help prevent these dangerous and often preventable incidents. Many common foods, if not properly prepared, can become a serious risk due to age-related changes in swallowing and dental health.

Read Healthy Aging