MINNEAPOLIS: Malnutrition is a widespread symptom of dementia—one that often flies under the radar. Studies have shown that up to 45% of dementia patients lose significant weight after their diagnosis, and up to 50% don’t eat enough food.
Ode, a new device from the British design firm Rodd, releases familiar food scents three times a day, around mealtimes, to encourage people with dementia to eat and stay healthy…