Ready meal coating offers nutritional benefits for elderly

The Peptan-fortified ready meal delivery concept enhances the nutrient content of food by applying a layer of fortified gelatin to ready meals.

Paul Stevens, global research and development and application manager at Rousselot, says: “The synergy of Peptan, a pure protein with health advantages demonstrated by scientific studies, plus calcium and vitamin D, offers important mobility benefits for the older population.​

Key difference ​

 We are confident that this new delivery concept will provide the industry with an effective solution to make a key difference in senior nutrition.”​

Flip Houtman, Fortified Food Coatings’ chief operating officer, adds: “As senior people tend to cook less and less, the new concept will integrate their daily meals with the right amount of nutrients, increasing their vitality and quality of life.​

“The thin gelatin layer has the unique characteristics to fortify the food with no impact on the taste and texture.”​