Eatwell Guide The eatwell guide shows the type and proportion of different groups of food which are needed to make up a healthy, varied diet. It applies to all healthy people over two years of age Not every meal has to be in the same proportions as the eatwell guide. However, balance should be achieved over a period of time No foods are banned but frequency needs to be considered

Fruit & vegetables Fresh, frozen, canned, dried, juiced - 150ml max Vitamin C - healthy skin and iron absorption Vitamin A - growth & repair of tissue and eyesight Folate - red blood cell production Fibre - healthy gut, to prevent constipation Carbohydrate - energy Breakfast – a glass of juice or a heaped tablespoon of dried fruit or a banana with your cereal Snacks – an apple or a handful of grapes or a pear. Try freezing juices to make summer lollies Lunch – a side salad or a tomato and lettuce in a sandwich or three heaped tablespoons of baked beans Dinner – three heaped tablespoons of vegetables like peas or carrots or sweetcorn Dessert – Serve frozen or fresh berries with your jelly or ice cream. Make a fruit crumble or fruit based dessert

5 a day New logo Only one portion claim for juice and smoothies No agreement on criteria for composite foods

Potatoes, bread, rice, pasta and other starchy carbohydrates Carbohydrate - energy Fibre - healthy gut, to prevent constipation B vitamins – utilise energy from food Folate - red blood cell production Chose wholegrain options for more fibre Wholegrain or wholemeal varieties such as wholegrain breakfast cereal or wholemeal bread are high in dietary fibre. Brown rice and potatoes also provide fibre

Dairy and alternatives Calcium - healthy bones & teeth Protein - growth & repair of tissue Protein – energy Low fat choices Calcium for healthy bones Protein for energy and repair Remember the importance of whole milk and full fat cheese in older people to increase energy intake Use full fat/whole yoghurts However, watch out for overweight residents as in these cases it might be more appropriate to use lower fat versions of milk and dairy products. Guidelines recommend 1 pint whole milk / per day / per resident. This can be used in drinks, milky puddings, custards etc throughout the day

Beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat and other proteins Protein - growth & repair of tissue Protein - energy Iron – (red meat) for healthy red blood cells B vitamins Zinc - tissue growth and repair Omega 3 fats from oily fish for healthy hearts Emphasis on plant sources of protein Beans, pulses and lentils are great alternatives to meat, not just for vegetarians, but for all. This is because they are low in fat, high in fibre and protein Menu’s should include red meat 3-4 times each week, and liver/liver products every 2 weeks Ensure meat is of the correct consistency for chewing and swallowing Red meat and liver are good sources of iron Remember to include a variety of meat and protein options on your menu

Fish 2 portions fish each week, one of which oily Omega 3 fats from oily fish for healthy hearts Non oily - cod, skate, haddock, halibut and plaice Oily - salmon, trout, sardines, pilchards, mackerel and fresh tuna Make sure to include at least 2 portions fish a week, one of which should be oily Is it difficult to get residents to eat fish? Is it popular?

Oils and spreads Choose unsaturated fats – vegetable oil, rapeseed oil All fats are high in energy and should be limited For most of the population, keep to a minimum, but for care home residents, eat as desired Really important for residents at risk of malnutrition

Foods containing fat and foods containing sugar These foods are not essential They are high in fat and/or sugar Eat in small amounts, occasionally For most of the population, keep to a minimum, but for care home residents, eat as desired Really important for residents at risk of malnutrition or for those with poor appetities

Hydration Aim for at least 6-8 glasses of fluid per day This includes: Water Milk Fruit juice (150mls max) Sugar free drinks Tea/coffee New section of eatwell guide Sugary drinks are one of the main contributors to excess sugar intake in children and adults, limit their consumption Alcohol is not mentioned on the eatwell guide, it contains lots of calories so consumption should be limited to 14 units per week do you allow alcohol consumption in your homes? can be useful as appetite stimulant depends on home policy and individual residents

Food labelling Tell at a glance if they are high, medium or low in calories, fat, sat fat, sugar and salt Choose foods with more greens and ambers and fewer reds Nutrition information per serving Reference intake - how much of each nutrient should be included in the daily diet