Breakfast can help to fight malnutrition in hospitals
Undernutrition or malnutrition is a widespread problem for a number of patients, especially elderly people. Consequences of a patient being malnourished can include impaired immune function, longer wound healing, increased risk of complications and a longer stay in the hospital.
Breakfast, as the first meal of the day should provide 25% of the daily calorie and nutrient intake. Having a healthy breakfast may help with energy levels and can be a welcome arrival for a patient after a long period since dinner.
Breakfast cereals provide carbohydrates, which is essential fuel for the body. Having a selection of familiar cereals available may encourage eating any time during the day.
For a limited time, Kelloggs are offering ward staff and hospital
nutritionists a free DVD for training staff on some of the issues that we have raised in this
section of the website. If you would like to receive one of these the simply send us a email
stating the name of your healthcare establishment and your details to