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Description
The Trepuree Ham With Carrots & Turnips Puree offers a safe and nutritionally balanced meal solution for individuals requiring pureed textures. This 250g portion features a flavour profile of honey ham with tender carrots, turnips, yellow beans, and homestyle potatoes, formulated for a smooth consistency essential for patients with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). It is an ideal option for physical therapists, occupational therapists, and home health aides managing dietary needs in various clinical settings.
BEST FOR: Dysphagia patient nutrition, Hospital meal services, Long-term care facility dining, Home care meal provision, Post-operative soft diet progression, Individuals with chewing difficulties
CLINICAL NOTE: When preparing for a large meal service, temper only the required number of portions to minimize waste. Once a portion is tempered, it must be consumed within 2 days and cannot be refrozen, so precise planning is key to maintaining food safety and inventory control.
Why It Works
- Consistent Texture: This puree maintains a smooth, uniform consistency, reducing aspiration risk for individuals with dysphagia. It provides a predictable texture for safe swallowing.
- Nutritional Balance: Each 250g portion delivers a balanced blend of protein from honey ham, carbohydrates from potatoes, and essential vitamins from carrots, turnips, and yellow beans. This supports patient nutritional requirements.
- Portion Control: Pre-portioned 250g servings ensure consistent caloric and nutrient intake. This simplifies dietary management for clinicians and caregivers.
- Enhanced Palatability: The honey ham flavour combined with familiar vegetables offers an appealing taste profile. This can improve patient acceptance of pureed diets.
Clinical Applications
- Dysphagia Management: Provides a safe and easily swallowed meal for patients with varying degrees of swallowing impairment.
- Post-Surgical Recovery: Suitable for patients transitioning from liquid to solid foods following oral, throat, or gastric surgeries.
- Geriatric Nutrition: Addresses nutritional needs for elderly patients who may have chewing difficulties or reduced appetite.
- Rehabilitation Feeding Programs: Supports mealtime independence training for patients in rehabilitation, focusing on safe swallowing mechanics.
- Long-Term Care Dietary Plans: Integrates into facility meal rotations, offering a reliable, pre-prepared option for residents on pureed diets.
- Home Care Support: Facilitates convenient and safe meal preparation for caregivers assisting individuals with specialized dietary needs at home.
Revenue Opportunity: For rehabilitation centres, offering these pre-portioned, nutritionally balanced pureed meals can streamline kitchen operations, reduce food waste, and ensure compliance with dietary requirements for patients with dysphagia, allowing staff to focus on clinical care rather than complex meal preparation.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Trepuree
- Flavour/Type: Honey Ham With Carrots & Turnips Puree
- Key Ingredients/Materials: Honey ham, carrots, turnips, yellow beans, homestyle potatoes
- Allergens: Check label for allergen information
- Storage: Store frozen. Once tempered, maintains a shelf life of 2 days. Do not refreeze.
- Shelf Life: 2-day shelf life once tempered. See packaging for best before date for frozen product.
- Origin: N/A
- Certifications: N/A
- Recommended Usage: Serve as a complete meal for individuals requiring pureed textures. Ensure proper tempering before serving.
- Portion Size: 250g
- Servings per Case: 24
Storage & Handling
Store Trepuree Ham With Carrots & Turnips Puree frozen until ready for use. Once a portion is tempered, it must be consumed within 2 days. Do not refreeze any thawed product to maintain food safety and product integrity. Always check packaging for the frozen product's best before date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone using Trepuree Ham With Carrots & Turnips Puree in their LTC facility? How's the patient acceptance?
We've had decent acceptance with this one. The honey ham flavor seems to go over well, and the texture is consistently smooth, which is key for our dysphagia residents. It's a solid option for rotating through protein-based purees.
For home care OTs, how do you manage the 2-day shelf life after thawing these Trepuree purees for clients?
It's all about planning. I advise families to pull out only what they'll use within 48 hours. If a client only eats half a portion, the rest needs to be discarded. We often suggest marking the thaw date clearly on the package to avoid confusion.
Is the 250g portion size of this Trepuree puree adequate for an adult patient's main meal?
For many of our adult patients requiring pureed diets, 250g is a suitable single meal portion. It's balanced with protein, vegetables, and starch. However, individual caloric needs vary, so always cross-reference with their dietary plan.
Any tips for making Trepuree purees more appealing for patients who are getting tired of the same texture?
Try varying presentation if possible, like using a different coloured plate. Sometimes, a small amount of an approved pureed sauce or gravy can add flavour interest without altering the texture. Ensure it's served at the correct, appetizing temperature.
We're considering bulk ordering Trepuree for our hospital. How reliable is their supply chain in Canada?
We've used Trepuree for a while in our hospital kitchen in Ontario, and their bulk case deliveries have been consistent. It's 24 servings per case, which works well for our inventory cycles. Haven't had major issues with stockouts.
Can I really not refreeze these Trepuree purees once they've been thawed? What's the risk?
Correct, do not refreeze. Refreezing can compromise both the texture, making it grainy or watery, and more importantly, introduces significant food safety risks due to potential bacterial growth during the thawing and refreezing cycles. Stick to the 2-day rule once tempered.
For PTs working with stroke patients, have you found this Trepuree puree helpful for mealtime independence training?
Absolutely. The consistent, smooth texture reduces the risk of aspiration, which is crucial. It allows us to focus on utensil use, oral motor control, and safe swallowing techniques without worrying about food consistency. The pre-portioned aspect also simplifies things for caregivers.
How do these Trepuree purees compare to making pureed meals from scratch in terms of nutritional balance?
These pre-made purees are formulated to be nutritionally balanced, with consistent ratios of meat, vegetables, and starch, which can be challenging to achieve consistently with scratch cooking, especially in a high-volume setting. They offer a reliable, standardized option.
What are the primary clinical applications for Trepuree Ham With Carrots & Turnips Puree?
This puree is designed for individuals with dysphagia, chewing difficulties, or those requiring a soft diet texture. It is suitable for use in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home care settings to provide safe, balanced, and easy-to-consume meals.
How does this product ensure consistent nutrition for patients?
Each 250g portion is precisely controlled, offering a balanced ratio of meat, vegetables, and starch. This consistent formulation helps healthcare professionals meet specific dietary requirements and ensures patients receive adequate caloric and nutrient intake.