Delivering Higher Protein All Day
This module is broken into three parts, so you can build your understanding step by step. Each part follows the same rhythm: watch the video, complete the assessment, and refer to the Information Pack to explore the topic in more detail. When you’re ready, move on to the next part. Completing all three parts will take you right through the full module.
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Featuring Maggie Beer with:
- Dr Morgan Pankhurst, Accredited Practising Dietitian and Research Fellow
- A/Prof Sandra Iuliano, Senior Research Fellow, University of Melbourne
- Paul McDonald, Senior Chef Trainer, Maggie Beer Foundation
In this Module:
When it comes to nutrition in aged care, protein is the main game in town. It may be surprising, but older people actually require more protein in their diet than younger people. But the majority of older people just don’t get enough and this can lead to malnutrition.
This module will show how chefs and cooks can help residents get enough protein without the need for oral nutritional supplements. It is quite possible to increase the amount of protein in the diet by simply fortifying the ingredients and increasing the protein levels of the foods that they already consume and enjoy. Supercharging your recipes will not only make a huge difference to a person’s wellbeing but will make every mouthful count.
Learning Outcomes
In this module you will learn about:
- The importance of protein for strength, mobility and muscle mass.
- High-protein foods from animals and plants that can be used in aged care menus that consider different cultures and dietary needs.
- Simple “food-first” ways to add more protein to foods across the whole day.
- Nutrition Information Panels to help choose products and plan menus.
Information Pack
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