Whether it's soup, warm tea, or even Executive Chef Kevin Conner's personal favorite - lasagna, we all have certain foods that we crave when we're sick. But what do you do when you have a critical illness that requires you to restrict your diet?

 

"The first part is really understanding what they need. Different diets need specific things. Some diets may need more protein and some may need less liquids," says Executive Chef Kevin Conner. "The second piece is trying to bring them all together and still give clients items that they're familiar with."

Our chef and his team creatively use a variety of ingredients and spices to provide our clients with comforting, familiar foods while still meeting their medical and nutritional needs.  Watch the video and learn more about how we prepare 17 different medical diets.   

Let beets take center stage of a healthier diet in 2017! They're chock-full of the nutrients your body needs every day like iron, copper, potassium, and B vitamins. Plus, beets contain nitrates which research suggests can help boost endurance. So if you're resolving to hit the gym and increase your physical activity in the new year, beets may help you log more miles on the treadmill.

Download our Ingredient Spotlight: Beets flyer for more nutritional information and preparation instructions.   

This vibrant dish is more than a feast for the eyes! The colors in this salad come from powerful antioxidants like orange beta-carotene from the carrots and purple betalains from the beets. Both vegetables are also packed with healthy fiber, vitamin C, and other health-boosting nutrients. Plus, it's quick to throw together!

View the recipe.