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Texture modified diets are essential for meeting the nutritional needs of aged care residents, who often face a higher risk of malnutrition. Studies show that malnutrition rates in aged care settings can vary widely, ranging from 2% to 83%, with unintentional weight loss being a common problem.
Traditional methods of preparing pureed meals for nursing homes often dilute the nutritional content, requiring residents to consume larger meal portions to meet their dietary needs. This can be challenging for those with limited appetite or difficulty eating large volumes.
A 2004 study by Sullivan, examining 900 residents in aged care facilities, found that 48% experienced at least one episode of weight loss exceeding 5% of their body weight, leading to a higher risk of mortality.
These findings highlight the importance of a texture modified diet that maintains nutritional density, providing residents with the necessary nutrients without overwhelming them with large meal portions. A well-crafted texture modified diet is crucial for addressing these risks and ensuring that residents receive balanced, health-supporting meals.
Malnutrition can have a wide range of negative effects on patients, leading to a variety of health complications:
Addressing malnutrition is essential to improve patient outcomes, ensuring individuals can maintain their health, mobility, and wellbeing.
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We guarantee TCF product consistency, quality and food safety across all our 24 aged care facilities, serving high standard meals for the minced and moist and pureed diets. The visual appearance of a well-presented ‘normal’ meal being a texture modified meal meant aged care residents were no longer embarrassed sitting with others at mealtimes.
Since using your product, it has literally changed the lives of the residents on texture modified foods.
Not only the taste, but the overall presentation of TCF foods is amazing. I serve with the sauce/gravy in jugs on the side, which is poured at the table to enhance the presentation and dining experience.
The ease of use – love the zip lock bags, zero wastage, and minimal preparation time.
Also, Michelle from your office is fantastic. She was so helpful when we first started using your product. Thanks!
At 36 switching to purée food, I am actually enjoying it. The food is even moulded into shapes that represent the food shape which makes me feel better about my life and how to approach my condition.
I can’t thank you all enough for putting so much effort into making the purée meals even look inviting and delicious.
Their effort goes an extremely long way and I appreciate it more than they could ever imagine.