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Question: I have been prescribed a diabetic adult diet. What does this mean?
Answer:On this diet, carbohydrate-rich foods are regulated to promote healthy blood sugar, including foods low in saturated fats and whole fruit instead of juice.
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Question: I have been prescribed a cardiac diet. What does this mean?
Answer:A cardiac diet includes foods low in saturated fats and trans fats, such as lean meats, low-fat dairy products and low-fat salad dressings.
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Question: I have been prescribed a low-sodium diet. What does this mean?
Answer:This diet substitutes salt with herbs and spices and limits processed cheeses and meats.
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Question: I have been prescribed a regular diet. What does this mean?
Answer:This diet encourages healthy, wholesome food choices.
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Question: I have a concern with my meal or would like something different to eat. What should I do?
Answer:Please call our office. Our team will be more than happy to work with you to resolve any issues or answer any questions.
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Question: What should I do if I was away from my room or was sleeping and missed my nutritional attendant?
Answer:Please call our office to place your meal order over the phone.
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Question: I have a food preference (e.g., vegetarian or vegan). What should I do?
Answer:Please let your nurse or nutritional attendant know if you have a specific food preference. Your attendant will then guide you through our menu and select meals based on your preference.
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Question: I have a food allergy. What should I do?
Answer:If you have food allergies, please tell your nurse. Your nutritional attendant will guide you through our menu and help you choose safe meals based on your allergy.
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Question: What time will my meals arrive?
Answer:You will be served three daily meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. The time your meals will arrive is based on the specific unit you are staying in.
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Question: How do I order food while in the hospital?
Answer:You will be visited by one of our nutritional attendants, who will guide you through our menu and how to select your meals.