Plan, Plan, Plan! First, address any health care issues and dietary requirements by listing them. Then, research menu ideas with these restrictions in mind. The Internet is full of expert cooks that create exciting recipes. If your elderly loved one cannot eat certain items, there are many other choices.
A good option to include in meals is soups. This is beneficial for swallowing and GI issues. Soups can be nutritious and soothing. Instapot can really be a life saver in this regard. It is a great helper that slow cooks or pressure cooks your meals. Just set the timer and the time delay to have fresh food when you want it. Combine your favorite protein and veggies in your soup. Experiment by trying different herbs and spices. Use a variety of colors when selecting your vegetables. They have different functions. For example, green is great for detoxifying the body, and orange veggies benefit the immune system.
Whole grains like oatmeal and quinoa are a quick, filling part of any meal. Cream of buckwheat and corn grits are easy-to-make carbohydrates that can provide energy.
Proteins are also a necessary part of any diet. Amazing recipes can be found for any appetite. Find quick options online. If your schedule is chaotic during the week, create a calendar with fruits and vegetables, proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats. Pre-make foods on weekends. Label and freeze them. For those difficult days, there are healthy restaurants and grocery stores around the Cleveland and Akron areas. Aladdins has locations in Chagrin, Hudson, and Akron. They make Mediterranean food which is healthy. Mustard Seed in Akron is a Health food store. Check out their hot foods section. Whole Foods in Pinecrest has a daily extensive salad and hot food bar.
Remember, if you make extra batches of food, they can be divided and frozen for two weeks. With careful research and planning, cooking can be time efficient and delicious.
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