Welcome to The Pure Food Co

We are an award-winning provider of Level 4 Pureed and Level 5 Minced & Moist texture modified food for Aged Care and Healthcare providers. Together with experienced chefs we create a range of delicious flavours, fortified with extra plant-based protein, energy and fibre to support health, well-being and improved clinical outcomes for those in care. Our products are delicious, look great and are in line with the IDDSI framework, guaranteed to be a safe and consistent texture. But don’t take our word for it… here are some of our case studies and testimonials.

How do we know it works?

Our customers and their residents love Pure Foods – from significant clinical improvements to more energy and enjoyment at mealtimes for residents, and convenience, ease and peace of mind in the kitchens, we hear their stories daily and thought we’d share a few recent studies and testimonials.

Rest home resident heals long term sores through diet

“We had one resident who came from the community and she had seven skin wounds, bed sores that had become chronic,” says Melanie Asuncion, clinical manager at the village. “We improved her diet and it took about three months to heal wounds that she had had for years. She didn’t need to have painful dressing changes anymore.”

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Weight gains and improved clinical results in just 30 days

“We were Pure Food’s first customer,” says facility manager Tina Chivers. “We’ve had really quite exciting results. People who were losing weight have gained weight and it’s been helpful with pressure injuries.”

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Good nutrition delivers improved quality of life

“One thing I didn't actually realise is that protein requirements increase exponentially for the elderly,” says Rosemary Deane, village manager. Consuming the right amount of protein leads to increased energy, improved mobility, improved skin integrity and faster wound healing. Quality of life improves as a result.

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Happier, Healthier Residents

We have done our research. Good nutrition dramatically improves quality of life. Based on InterRAI clinical assessment data we know that our nutrient-packed purees are associated with positive clinical outcomes and a dramatic increase in positive wellbeing of residents. The data shows that residents eating Pure Foods are 64% more likely to rate themselves in good or excellent health (September 2019 aggregated InterRAI clinical assessment data) than prior to eating Pure Foods. Even small amounts of our purees will help people get the nutrition they need to live their best lives.

Elderly people who have used our purees have noticed:

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Recipe Spotlight

We source high quality, all natural ingredients for our Chefs to create recipes full of delicious flavours, aroma and colour. We then use science to add extra energy, protein, and fibre to make sure there is more nutrition in every mouthful. We use special technology to blend the food ensuring a consistent texture every time, guaranteed safe to eat for those with swallowing difficulties and super delicious to enjoy!

The Ultimate Comfort Food

“I like to make traditional favourites with a twist. Classic flavours that hark back to the past,” says The Pure Food Co’s consulting chef Anton Leyland. “It’s creating something old but new. There is a bit of magic behind it.”

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Soups for the Soul

One of the most popular ways to use The Pure Food Co’s protein-fortified purees is as a soup base; they are a great way to boost protein, energy and hydration, plus they are so delicious they are enjoyed by all residents.

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A Sweet Surprise

The Pure Food Co offers a range of protein-rich desserts that are delicious warmed and eaten on their own or used as the base for creative gourmet smoothies, such as the indulgent Black Forest Smoothie.

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Roasted Goodness

For many the Sunday roast is a lifelong love. The Pure Food Co’s take on this beloved classic is safe for those on a texture-modified diet while retaining all of a roast’s flavour & goodness, like Roast Lamb with Sweet Potato & Minted Peas.

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7 Rules for Great Dining Experiences

We eat more when we are with other people, which is critical for those who have swallowing difficulties and may find mealtimes frustrating. Use dining occasions to maintain connections and nourish relationships as well as bodies.

For many elderly people, meals are the focal point of each day – so try and make them as enjoyable as possible. Make the dining room feel like a nice restaurant or cafe. Play music softly, turn down the TV and use tablecloths and menus.

Meals should appeal to the eyes first, and then the taste buds. Bright, inviting vegetables, and meats in natural colours are critical. Beige meals topped with beige gravy followed by beige pudding are not appealing.

Instead of swirling together a mix of meat, carbs and veges, keep each food type distinct and recognisable. Serve purees that have been moulded to look like the food they are. “There’s quite a bit of evidence that shape makes a difference in encouraging you to eat more and reduce risk of malnutrition,” says Dr Anna Miles

Even something as simple as choosing between potato or sweet potato can make a diner feel engaged. “In the real world, we don't eat a meal and not know what it is,” says Dr Anna Miles, “In residential care, food is often just put in front of you. If you have menu cards that sit alongside the plate, you can see what you are eating.”

Older people and those with swallowing difficulties will eat less if they find food unappealing. This can lead to malnourishment and weight loss. Make sure flavour is a priority. The Pure Food Co hires top chefs to develop delicious flavours specifically for texture modification. You can recreate a Sunday roast dinner and follow it with a Butterscotch cake.

People with eating difficulties often consume smaller portions, so make every bite count by filling food with nutrients. The fortification in The Pure Food Co foods means that people can eat smaller portions and finish their meal at the same time as their dining companions and still get the nutrition they need.

Full hearts...

Mealtimes can be stressful and isolating for people with swallowing difficulties. They may feel anxious about choking, or frustrated by how long it takes to get food down, and by their inability to be part of the conversations happening around them. Dr Anna Miles, a lecturer and clinician specialising in swallowing disorders provides her thoughts on how to enhance the dining experience for even the most vulnerable diners.

Learn about Plate Presentation

Here at The Pure Food Co we have developed a series of FREE online training modules designed to help you provide the best possible care for your residents. Our Plate Presentation training course features ideas for presenting food to deliver a great dining experience.

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FREE Resources and Guides

Our in-house specialists and external consultants take time to review the latest science, research and best-practices to bring you any insights and tools in an easy to access format. Here are some of the FREE guides, reports and resources we have available for those working in the Aged Care industry.

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A Dining Experience Case Study

Life narrows dramatically for dementia patients as impairments to memory and judgement impact daily functioning. One of the highlights in their day is eating, and staff at Seadrome Home & Hospital endeavour to make mealtimes a happy occasion, drawing on memories of sitting down with family and friends.

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Our Story

My world changed forever when I watched a family member’s illness make it impossible for him to eat. The emotional impact set off a journey to uncover how other people with such challenges cope.

Our research revealed that too many people were also struggling to enjoy food and therefore get the nutrition they need. In fact, almost a quarter of older people are malnourished, meaning they are more frail, less independent and too often unhappy.

Our mission is to reclaim the true value of food by creating delicious food that will help people thrive when they are at their most vulnerable.