Healthy and proper nutrition is one of the most important factors in maintaining the physical and mental health of the elderly. With aging, the body experiences many changes in metabolism, vitamin needs and digestive ability. Therefore, an accurate, scientific and at the same time diverse meal plan can play an essential role in increasing energy, preventing diseases and improving the quality of life of the elderly. At Tohid Elderly Care and Rehabilitation Institute, all meals and snacks are designed under the supervision of nutrition specialists and are revised each season based on the physical condition and individual needs of the elderly. To ensure food quality, meals are prepared with premium meat, first-grade Iranian rice and fresh high-quality vegetables.

Types of meal plans

General meal plan

This program is for elderly people who do not have special medical needs.

• Normal: A standard combination of protein, Iranian rice and fresh vegetables in a way that meets all the daily needs of the body.
• Diet: Lighter and lower-calorie foods for elderly who, for specific reasons such as overweight or digestive problems, require a milder diet.

Diabetic meal plan

• Considering the high prevalence of diabetes among the elderly, this program has special importance.

• Normal: Meals are prepared with precise control of sugar and carbohydrates, without using harmful substances for diabetic patients.
• Diet: In addition to controlling sugar, the calories of meals are carefully calculated so that besides stabilizing blood sugar, unwanted weight gain is also prevented.

Gavage meal plan

• Some elderly, due to medical reasons, cannot eat food normally and require nutrition through gavage. In this case, meals are scientifically prepared in liquid and absorbable form and administered through a feeding tube (NG). These meals contain all the vitamins, micronutrients and proteins needed by the body to maintain the general health of the elderly.

Meals and snacks

Breakfast: One of the main meals that begins with nutritious, healthy and varied foods to provide sufficient energy to start the day.

Morning snack: A light and quick snack such as juice or low-fat milk with tea and liquids along with biscuits and cake, to prevent weakness and blood sugar drop until lunch.

Lunch: The main meal of the day, according to the weekly plan, including complete and balanced foods that cover all food groups (protein, carbohydrates and vegetables).

Afternoon snack: A healthy and light choice such as seasonal fruits, juice, tea and diet biscuits to refresh energy and control blood sugar.

Dinner: A balanced and lighter meal compared to lunch that helps with easier digestion and peaceful sleep.

Evening snack: A simple and relaxing snack such as warm milk or herbal tea and liquids and juice that facilitates more comfortable sleep.