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 18, 2019 | Fruit and Vegetables
Last week the British Nutrition Foundation celebrated Healthy Eating Week, encouraging people to eat at least 5 fruits and vegetables a day. Five was chosen as a minimum amount for the general public to aim for, when ideally 9+ portions per day is optimum. The more...
by Leni Wood | Feb 25, 2019 | Fibre
Eating a diet high in fibre is a great way of maintaining health. Our gastrointestinal tract plays a big part in our overall health, housing much of our immune system and 70% of our ‘happy hormone’ serotonin. A happy gut = a happy mind! Our beloved gut microbiome also...
by Leni Wood | Jan 16, 2019 | Blood sugar and health
So here we are in 2019, a brand new year, full of new potential and possibilities; our new year resolutions manifesting in a desire to becoming a healthier, better version of ourselves. For many, the commitment to ‘dry January’ or ‘no sugar for a...
