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THE FOOD SYSTEM IS COMPLEX; not only does it affect the well-being of people’s lives, but also the organization itself. It encompasses the entire food chain—from operation management and personnel, to food production and consumption.

Healthcare facilities with effective nutritional programs and positive outcomes integrate practice around basic principles. This article highlights two principles to help healthcare facilities improve nutritional care and services for successful outcomes.

A food safety management system is more than just a set of policies, procedures, and processes. It is a culture of continual improvement and a commitment to putting food safety first.

According to HealthLeaders Magazine, the toll on front-line health-care workers is at an all time high. This is causing great concern for patient's receiving access to the care they need. Our panelists across many facility types address the concerns we are all facing. Identify strategies to overcome these challenges so you can continue to provide top quality and safe food for all those you serve.

Nutrition plays an essential role in meeting the complex physiological demands of wound healing. As a CDM, CFPP, you’re entrusted with nourishing patients through the food you provide, and thus can play a vital role on the treatment team.

Before you set this article aside because you think the information doesn’t apply to your current position of employment, I have some news to share. We all are at risk for metabolic syndrome! Whether you work in schools, corrections, long-term care, acute care, or in a completely unrelated field, there should be at least a few tidbits of information that are helpful in practice or your personal life in this article.

This article presents general background information with some specific food and nutrition-related areas included in Immediate Jeopardy determination. Examples of specific IJ food and nutrition citations are provided.

CASEY SMILED AS HE READ THROUGH the animated comments on the forms. The tasting panel comments included: “Yuck—I would never drink this,” “It’s like heaven in a cup,” and “Absolutely delicious. I would drink this every day if I could.” 

ARTHRITIS IS A COMMON CHRONIC CONDITION that affects millions of people worldwide. But is there a secret to quelling its relentless grip? While no one food or diet cures arthritis, there are some nutrition interventions that may help alleviate symptoms, improve functioning, and support overall health.

Here are five things to think about when deciding if that golden piece of equipment or technology is something that is feasible for your operation.

2,400 MINUTES — that’s what you’ll find in a 40-hour work week to accomplish every task on your plate. That might sound like a lot, but you know that those minutes fly by faster than a hot knife through butter. Between managing staff, ensuring food quality, and administrative struggles, time always seems in short supply, and unfortunately there’s no way to increase this precious commodity. All is not lost, though. Luckily, there are many tips that can help you make the most of each minute!

MALNUTRITION CONTINUES TO BE A CRITICAL PUBLIC HEALTH AND HEALTH EQUITY ISSUE with malnutrition and its risk affecting 20-50 percent of hospitalized patients. Social risk factors and existing chronic conditions increase malnutrition risk, overly burdening vulnerable populations.

This Culinary Connection CE article appeared in the 2023 February issue of Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Express. To view a PDF of this article cli

This webinar was recorded live on April 3, 2023. During this webinar, Chef Christina Bodanza, CEC, CDM, CFPP and moderator Sarah Winchell, MPA, CDM

Food service can be chaotic and stressful at times— but creating a positive work environment can lead to a happier, more productive team.

Nutrition care plans are a vital part of the overall care plan for a resident or patient, and should function as a living document for members of the healthcare team to deliver person-centered “best practice” care.

This webinar was recorded live on January 23, 2023. Hosted by the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and the Association of Nutrition &

Foodservice directors are likely already aware of their facility’s key numbers and with benchmarking studies they can

When asked what they consider to be their most critical mission, healthcare operators see patient experience and health

Long-term care operations include residential disability care facilities and nursing homes. According to operators, their top priorities are patient e

In this Industry Insights episode, we’ll be looking at how operators measure the success of their programs.

Hospital retail operations are challenged with balancing profitability with patient, staff, and guest satisfaction, whi

Healthcare facilities have sizable populations of patients and residents on special diets, making them a critical compo

Many healthcare operators are looking to take advantage of technology in their foodservice offerings to increase effici