A2: Dietary Requirements Flashcards
What should dining areas be?
dining areas should be a clean and pleasing environment
What are most people in care settings able to do?
most people in care settings are able to feed themselves
Why do some clients experience difficulties?
some clients experience difficulties due to their physical conditions or because they are emotionally unsettled
What will some people need to be capable of feeding themselves independently?
some people will be capable of feeding themselves with minimal assistance and often using specially designed eating and drinking equipment allowing them independence
What may specific dietary requirements be related to?
many people have specific dietary requirements which will sometimes be related to:
- religious beliefs
- physical disorders
- personal choice
What is a vegetarian diet?
- no fish
- no meat
- no meat-based products (including jelly)
What is a vegan diet?
- no meat
- not any animal products, including eggs and dairy
What is a Muslim diet?
- no pork
- require meat to be killed and prepared for consumption in a specific way
- eat Halal products
What is a Jewish diet?
- no pork
- require meat to be killed and prepared for consumption in a specific way
- eat Kosher foods
What is a Hindu / Sikh diet?
no beef
What is someone with Coeliac Disease’s diet?
a gluten free diet
What are some specific allergic reactions?
- nuts
- strawberries
- dairy products
- shellfish
