PSO 5000 - Inside Time

jam, meringues and ice cream.Choose wholegrain breakfast cereals rather than those coated with sugar orhoney.Other tipsFoods high in fat and sugars can be included in the diet but should beconsumed sparingly or in small amounts.Offer chilled water (still, sparkling, with a slice of lemon or lime)unsweetened fruit juices and chilled milk drinks.Tips on foodrelatedcustomsAllergy tipsFood safetytipsMany religious celebrations may include traditional foods that are high in fator sugars. Providing these foods occasionally as part of a celebration orfestival is important for many adults.Many foods high in fat or sugar, such as cakes and biscuits, can contain eggs,milk or nuts and are not suitable for people allergic to these foods.Eggs are a useful source of nutrients but when served to older people andpregnant women they should always be well cooked, until both the yolk andwhite are solid. This is to avoid the risk of Salmonella, which causes a typeof food poisoning.- 58 -