Meals On Wheels of Northampton County
PHONE NUMBER : 610-691-1030
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Chef's Menu for good nutrition and good taste for older adults
Meals on Wheels has a 5-week rotating menu prepared by a Staff Nutritionist and meets strictly regulated Pennsylvania dietary guidelines for older adults. Each meal contains 1/3 RDA, providing clients the proper amount of vitamins, minerals, calories, etc., as well as a wide variety of foods from the basic food groups.
All meals are low sodium, low fat, and low cholesterol.
REGULAR
Each
meal is low salt <2 gm.), low fat, low cholesterol,
ranging between 700-800 calories and meeting the needs of a
liberal bland diet.
DIABETIC
Each meal is low salt (less than 2g), low fat, low
cholesterol, and low concentrated sugar. Meals range from
650-800 calories and follow the guidelines of the ADA diet.
Occasional sweet desserts are calculated into the caloric
allowance.
RENAL
Two
daily meals consist of:
- 2-2.5 gm. Low sodium
- 1-1.5 gm. Potassium
- 1-1.5 mg. Phosphorus
- 70-80 gm. Protein
- 1200-1500 Calories
MODIFICATIONS
Soft:
Foods not naturally soft are chopped into small squares for
people with chewing or biting problems. They are also
appropriate for people with arthritis, poor vision, or
cutting difficulty.
Pureed: Food is a thick liquid consistency for people with swallowing problems.
To learn more about Meals on Wheels services call 610-691-6708 or visit http://www.mealsonwheelspa.org
