As the year draws to a close, you may be looking for a lighter alternative to dessert to ring in the new year. Try this delicious, yet simple dessert for your New Year’s Eve gathering or any day of the week! Ingredients 6 individual round sponge cake cups 4 cups fresh fruit Light whipped cream Fresh mint leaves *optional Powdered sugar *optional Directions Place sponge cake cups on individual serving plates. Gently spoon or fill with whipped cream. Gently arrange fresh fruit,

There are many options for getting in the nutrients and vitamins you need to keep yourself and your elderly loved ones healthy. Some smoothies can help with digestion, inflammation, anemia, and even anti-ageing! It's all in the ingredients! Check out these easy and delicious smoothie recipes that can be used to supplement your diet or mix with meal supplements, such as Ensure, to get all of the nutrients you need. Banana Mango Smoothie 1 cup frozen mango 1 large banana 1 TB

Looking for a low-fat, low-sodium beverage with the delicious citrus flavour of fresh oranges? Look no further! Adapted from the Mayo Clinic's list of healthy recipes, this Orange Smoothie is truly a dream! Orange Dream Smoothie Serves 4 Ingredients 1 1/2 cups orange juice, chilled 1 cup light vanilla soy milk, chilled 1/3 cup silken or soft tofu 1 tablespoon dark honey 1 teaspoon grated orange zest 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 5 ice cubes 4 peeled orange segments (about ha

Nothing beats the sweet taste of fresh, in-season fruits combined with a touch of honey and fresh mint! Try this delicious recipe, perfect for yourself or your elderly loved one, from the Martha Stewart kitchen. It's so nutritious, tastes great, and easy to make, that you'll be going for seconds! Ingredients: 2 plums – pitted and sliced 2 nectarines – pitted and sliced 2 peaches – pitted and sliced 2 to 3 apricots – pitted and sliced 1 cup blueberries 1 cup blackberries 2 t

An excellent source of Vitamin C, strawberries are a rich source of antioxidants and fibre, benefiting heart health, increasing good cholesterol, and helping to control blood sugar and reduce blood pressure. It's no wonder that Americans eat 3.5 lbs of strawberries each year! #strawberries #strawberry #yummy #food #dessert #fruit #delicious #fruits #desserts #nutrition #healthyfood #seniorcare #healthy #ottawa #homecare #dementiacare #alzheimers #mealassistance #funfacts #fr

Sometimes switching up your breakfast routine is the best way to combat "food boredom" and excite your senses and your creativity! So try something new, like this delicious French Toast recipe! Cinnamon Raisin French Toast Serves 2 people Ingredients 4 slices Raisin Bread, preferably thick slices 1 egg 1/4 cup milk 1/2 tsp cinnamon (or to taste) Topping Options Powdered/icing sugar Cinnamon Maple Syrup Blueberries, Strawberries, Bananas (your choice of fruit) Walnuts or Peca

Many seniors have difficulty getting the proper hydration they require each day. Some may opt for juices, coffee and sugary drinks, but water is a key ingredient to proper health and digestion, but many older adults find it lacking flavour and lose interest in drinking it. This is where fruit flavoured ice cubes come in handy! Not only are they easy to make and pretty to look at, but also provide the much needed flavour boost to any glass of water! Have the fruits whole or

We've always heard about the health benefits of fruits and vegetables, but what fruit sets itself apart from the rest? Blueberries! Blueberries are known to have the highest level of antioxidants amoung all popular fruits and vegetables. The antioxidants in blueberries seem to benefit your brain by aiding brain function and delaying cognitive decline. As we age, our bodies tend to lose many of the vitamins and minerals needed to sustain a healthy, active lifestyle. Blueber