by Leni Wood | Aug 2, 2023 | Diabetes
It is estimated that more than five million people in the UK are living with diabetes, which is an all-time high. Data from Diabetes UK shows that more 4.3 million people in the UK live with diabetes. Additionally, 850,000 people could be living with diabetes who are...
by Leni Wood | Mar 29, 2022 | Menu Planning
Over the last two months, I have been coaching staff on healthy eating and how this might translate into our Nellsar Homes. A healthy balanced diet should include: A good quality protein A serving of a complex carbs A plate mostly made up from vegetables or salads...
by Leni Wood | Feb 22, 2021 | Diabetes
In my last Blog, I explained how our Head of Catering Services, Adrian Silaghi and I are currently supporting our Homes in menu planning in preparation for the spring/summer menu. One of the factors our Catering Teams needs to consider when putting menus together is...
by Leni Wood | Nov 5, 2019 | Training and Development
Last year saw the first Nellsar Chef Masterclass, held at Hengist Field Care Home. Cooks from our 13 Homes came to the workshop which gave them the opportunity to spend time together and share ideas. We also gave demonstrations on puréed meal presentation. This year...
by Leni Wood | Jun 5, 2019 | Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition that causes a person’s blood sugar to become too high and can be a risk factor for various complications if not treated properly. It is common for the elderly to present with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes. This can be well controlled by...