Case Study: Dementia Residents at Seadrome Home & Hospital
Life narrows dramatically for dementia patients as impairments to memory and judgement impact daily functioning. Many hobbies and interests will be cast aside, some friends will be lost. One of the few things that remains constant is eating. That’s why it is so important for dementia patients to derive enjoyment from their meals.
Full hearts: How to enhance the dining experience
Far from joyful social occasions, 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. As a result, it’s common for those with swallowing […]
Food for thought: Why nutrition is especially important for the elderly
Older people are particularly vulnerable to malnutrition, which has a serious and far-reaching impact on quality of life. Malnutrition – when the body isn’t receiving enough nutrients to support its functions – is a serious problem in older populations worldwide. Our bodies rely on energy (from macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats) to function […]
Roasted Goodness
How to make a satisfying Sunday roast from nutritionally fortified purees. For many people, 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 and goodness. And it’s simple to put together, in either […]
The Ultimate Comfort Food
Eating devilled sausages with mash is like receiving a hug from the inside. When tasked with creating a pureed version of devilled sausages, Anton Leyland went straight to the test kitchen and started playing with ingredients – a task he likens to sorting through his personal flavour bank. “I like to make traditional favourites with […]
A Sweet Surprise
Yes, you can have your cake and eat it, too even if you are on a modified soft food diet. Dessert is one of life’s little rewards and thanks to The Pure Food Co’s innovation, it is not one that people with eating difficulties need to give up. As consulting chef Anton Leyland says, “The […]
Supporting Australia’s Aged Care industry
Our nutritionally fortified purees and minced & moist products are a convenient meal option as they have a shelf life of 30 days in the refrigerator, they require minimum preparation and are ready to serve, meaning less hands and less chance of infection. Given these uncertain times we are working with our customers to help ensure their own continued ability to serve nutritious and safe food to their residents.
Pureed to Perfection
The Pure Food Co.’s latest range of puree flavours are safe to eat, supercharged with nutrition and – most importantly – delicious. This is pureed food like you’ve never seen or tasted before.
Soups for the soul
In the colder months there’s nothing better than a bowl of hearty soup. One of the most popular ways to use The Pure Food Co’s fortified purees is as a soup base; they are so delicious they are served in Air New Zealand’s regional lounges and enjoyed by residents and their families across aged care […]
The Pure Food Co are the SUPREME AWARD Winners – NZ Food Awards 2019
NZ Food Awards winners announced 24 October, 2019 by FMCG Business The New Zealand Food Awards celebrated innovative producers at a Gala Dinner in Auckland with fabulous local produce on the menu, exquisite Villa Maria wines, world-class entertainment and hundreds of industry members in attendance. The New Zealand Food Awards have celebrated New Zealand manufactured products, […]
