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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, representing 15% of all new cancer cases. It can affect men and women alike. If caught early enough it can often be treated and a quality of life maintained for the person...
Supporting a balanced diet in social care

Supporting a balanced diet in social care

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...
Discovering Diabetic Sweet Treats

Discovering Diabetic Sweet Treats

14–20th June is Diabetes Awareness Week. Diabetes is on the rise globally and can have serious health implications for those living with both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. There has been lots of research and guidance to indicate that a healthy balanced diet can in fact...
Creating top quality puréed foods at Nellsar

Creating top quality puréed foods at Nellsar

Enhancing a purée diet with fortification, flavour and appearance To ensure all our residents receive a range of well-balanced and tasty meals, our Head of Catering Services, Adrian Silaghi, constantly strives for new ways to fortify the puréed foods we serve our...