Nutrition is a lifelong concern, and eating right arguably becomes more important the older we become. The saying, “You are what you eat!” is as true as ever, and we’re proud to provide our seniors with the highest quality meals available. Eating well is the cornerstone of a happy life, and we take the truth of that very seriously.
Senior living community Nacogdoches provides all the nutrition our seniors could hope for and more. Our chefs take great pains not only to make every meal a treat, but well-rounded and delicious, too. If you’re curious about what dining at Nacogdoches Senior Living looks like, read on to find out more!
Nutritional Strategy
Our bodies are a true gift, and their use is what enables us to enjoy and interact with the world around us. Maintaining them to the best of our ability is only good sense, and there are a number of ways to do so. One of the best healthy aging tips for staying fit and able is to develop a discerning palate, removing food from our diets that will likely have a deleterious effect on our health.
Much of the food available to us in our daily lives is designed to capture our attention and provoke an intense reaction. The pleasure we feel while eating calorically dense food is an evolutionary trait to ensure we eat as much as possible to stave off privation when times are hard. The strategy of the food industry is to leverage this adaptation so we consume as much of their products as possible.
Unfortunately, we’re easy to trick in this regard, as calorically dense doesn’t necessarily mean nutritious. Our relationship with sugar, complex carbohydrates, and ultra-processed foods is an issue that’s slowly killing us in many respects and hampering our enjoyment of life in general. The trick to optimal nutrition is understanding how our bodies react to certain ingredients and differentiating between short-term pleasure and long-term health.
Nutritious Meals for Seniors
Just as pleasurable food doesn’t necessarily mean nutritious, it also doesn’t mean it’s bad for us. While it’s true there’s no denying the joys of chocolate and cake, the pleasure associated with healthier options often has an edge over them once we’ve learned to appreciate the difference. A meal made to include what our bodies need rather than what our minds may crave provides satisfaction above and beyond what sugar and cream can offer.
Our senior health services include a dining menu that’s a perfect example of this. Our chefs understand nutritional value and how to craft a meal that suits both the needs of our bodies and our desire for a satisfying experience. Some examples of what our senior dietary plans include are as follows:
Breakfast
As the most important meal of the day, we’ve made a special effort to ensure there’s something for everyone and the options available are as nutritious as possible.
- Baked Omelet
Our baked omelet is a favorite for residents and staff alike. Eggs make the perfect foundation for any meal, as they’re nutritious all by themselves, not to mention being tasty and satisfying. Omelets are also about as versatile a meal as they are, as they can be made with various ingredients to suit a wide range of tastes and dietary needs.
- Breakfast Ham
Like eggs, ham can be prepared in a variety of different ways while retaining its nutritional value. Our ham is cured and sometimes smoked depending on the day and the preference of our diners.
- Fresh Fruit
In terms of satisfaction and nutritional value, it’s hard to beat fresh fruit. Our seniors with a sweet tooth appreciate the wide array of choices when it comes to our selection, often availing themselves of several of their favorites at once. Fresh fruit is both satisfying and guilt-free, making it the perfect end to any meal.
- Pure Fruit Juice
Where would we be without a glass of cold fruit juice for breakfast? Pressed fruit is full of essential vitamins and minerals, making fruit juice the drink of choice for any health-conscious individual.
Lunch
Our lunches follow the same philosophy as breakfast and all the meals we serve throughout the week. That is to say, all options take nutritional value into account and can be enjoyed without worry or guilt.
- Garden Salad
When we think of a healthy meal, a salad is often the first thing that springs to mind. Leafy greens and vegetables with a hearty dressing are known to be a winning combination where nutrition is a primary concern.
- Baked Sweet Potato
The humble baked potato will always be there for us when we need it. Timeless and endlessly versatile, we’re staunch believers in our favorite tuber.
- Roasted Pork
When it’s time for a hearty meal to truly satisfy, we find our residents are particularly fond of their red meats, and who can blame them? Our roasted pork is a popular option that’s so filling that it’s sometimes hard to leave room for dessert!
- Pineapple Blueberry Crumble
The combination of baked fruits with a topping of flour, demerara sugar, and butter has to be experienced to be believed. Fruit crumble never goes out of style, and we’re happy to say the love our residents have for it is enduring. In terms of the perfect dessert, a crumble with a thick layer of custard is as nostalgic and heartening as an end to a meal could be.
Senior Living Community in Nacogdoches
As you can probably tell from the brief foray into our dining menu, we take our meals very seriously at Meadowview Place, our beautiful senior living community in Nacogdoches. We marry quality ingredients and nutritional value to create a selection of meals to satisfy just about every taste our residents may have.
We’re proud to serve our residents and to have them living here with us. We believe there’s no better way to show our appreciation for them than making sure they’re well-fed and want for nothing.
If you’re eager to learn more about our community or have any questions about our menu or senior wellness programs, don’t hesitate to reach out! We’d love to hear from you.
