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DownloadFor whatever reason you are in hospital it is very important to eat well to aid your recovery. Therefore if you have lost:
The following suggestions may help.
Remember the less you eat, the less you want to eat so try and stimulate your appetite by:
Milk is BURSTING with goodness
Sugar contains LOTS of energy
IF YOU HAVE DIABETES, PLEASE ASK TO SEE THE DIETITIAN IF YOU ARE UNSURE ABOUT WHAT YOU SHOULD BE EATING.
Butter and Margarine contain LOTS of energy
Have a snack between meals
Please ask the nurse or hostess for the following items:
Always try and have a pudding after your meal. Try these yummy puddings:
If your family or friends wish to bring in food and drink for you, here are some ideas that may be helpful:
ALWAYS CHOOSE FULL FAT, FULL SUGAR FOODS AND DRINKS!
The Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN2 5BE
01273 696955. Dietitians extension 64290
The Princess Royal Hospital Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 4EX
01444 441881. Dietitians extension 68313
Nevill Hospital, Laburnum Avenue, Hove, East Sussex BN3 7JW
01273 821680
This information is intended for patients receiving care in Brighton & Hove or Haywards Heath.
Disclaimer: The information in this leaflet is for guidance purposes only and is in no way intended to replace professional clinical advice by a qualified practitioner.
Publication Date: May 2021
Review Date: February 2024