Healthy Snacking for Seniors in 2026

SHARON SPRINGS — Senior participants at the January Senior Luncheon at the Spa Rita learned more about making healthy snack choices in the new year! This monthly gathering of the Sharon Silver and Gold Senior Club is held at Schoharie County’s Office for the Aging’s congregate meal site at the Sharon Springs Firehouse.

Sara Ereio, RD (Registered Dietitian) came for a visit and shared some tips for healthy snacking with seniors participating during the last luncheon meeting.

It was shared that: older adults need to eat healthy foods, but need fewer calories. For seniors, healthy snacking should include foods full of nutrients, but limited in added sugars, saturated fat and sodium. 

Ms. Ereio created some vibrant and tasty snack plates for each person to try including whole grain crackers, guacamole, hummus, cooked lentils, and Sumo citrus mandarin orange segments. The Sumo citrus segments were a real hit with the seniors because they’re sweet, easy-to-peel, seedless, less acidic and an excellent source of vitamin C.

This was another positive social gathering that left those in attendance full of nourishment and knowledge. Thanks to all those that make these special gatherings possible. 

Area seniors interested in more information about the Sharon Silver & Gold Senior Club, located at the Office for the Aging’s Congregate Meal site at the Sharon Springs Firehouse, please contact President Anne Lennebacker, at (607) 547-9055.