Have the big meal of the day at breakfast or lunch when appetite is larger and keep dinner small. Plan 5 or 6 smaller meals. Walk daily to increase activity and appetite. Tips to Increase Food Intake if Taste and Smell Declines Use foods that vary in texture and temperature. Use herbs and spices, unless they are not toler-ated.
Taste decreases with age and using herbs, spices and lemon juice can increase the flavor of foods.
You may even want to try growing fresh herbs, either in your garden or in a pot on a sunny windowsill. Flavors are more pronounced if the food is served at room temperature. Flavors are not as easy to detect with cold and hot foods. Problems Use gravy or sauces if swallowing is a problem. Drink a beverage with the meal to help with swallowing.