Performance Kitchen | Food Is Medicine®

Did you know many people with Medically Tailored Meal benefits might not even realize they have them? Here's how you can check if your patient qualifies: 🔹 Step 1: Go to our Home Page and use the Benefit Locator Tool: https://lnkd.in/gSmw9zkX 🔹 Step 2: Click the button and enter your details (not the patient’s), including your zip code, to see if benefits are available in your area. 🔹 Step 3: If you see a message stating “Benefits exist in your area,” then... 🔹 Step 4: Have your patient visit the Homepage, click the button, and enter their information. If benefits are available, PK will follow up and handle everything! If not yet available in your area, don't worry—we're expanding! In the meantime, advocate for food as medicine and medically tailored meals in your community. And don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn for updates! #foodismedicine

Q: Which foods are high in potassium? I'm trying to lower my blood pressure—what should I eat? Is it true that beet juice helps? A: According to dietitian Kelly Jones, studies on the DASH diet suggest focusing on foods rich in potassium, magnesium, and calcium to help lower blood pressure. Potassium-packed foods include potatoes, tomatoes, watermelon, leafy greens, avocados, black beans, and beets. Beet juice is especially helpful because it’s high in nitrates, which act as natural vasodilators, improving blood flow and supporting heart health. Don't be surprised if your urine turns red—this harmless side effect is known as "beeturia." 🌿 Along with beets, you can also include nitrate-rich foods like spinach, celery, lettuce, and leeks in your diet for better blood pressure management. 💚 #foodismedicine

Did you know that many people with Medically Tailored Meal benefits aren't even aware they have them? The big question is… How do I find out if my patient qualifies for medically tailored meals? 🔹 Step 1: Visit our Home Page and use the Benefit Locator Tool: https://lnkd.in/gSmw9zkX 🔹 Step 2: Click the button and enter your information (not the patient’s), including your zip code, to see if benefits are available in your area. 🔹 Step 3: If you see a message that says “Benefits exist in your area,” then… 🔹 Step 4: Have your patient go to the Homepage, click the button, and enter their details. If benefits are likely available, PK will reach out and take care of the rest! If there aren't any benefits in your area just yet—hang in there, we're expanding! In the meantime, advocate for food as medicine and medically tailored meals in your institution or community. And be sure to follow us here on LinkedIn! #foodismedicine

Food can be the problem, but it can also be the solution. 🌿 Using food as preventive medicine is one of the best ways to protect your health. Research shows that a whole-food, mostly plant-based Mediterranean-style diet can help prevent and even treat some of the most common chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. While food alone can’t entirely replace medication, building your meals around nutrient-dense fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats is a powerful foundation for better health. By focusing on a Mediterranean-style diet, you're not only supporting your well-being but also contributing to a healthier planet. 🌍 #foodismedicine

Q: How do I cook your meals? 🍽️ A: Our meals are designed to be quick and convenient! You can easily microwave them and enjoy in minutes, or opt to bake them in the oven for a crispier finish. Each meal comes with specific cooking instructions right on the package, so be sure to check there first. If the package does not include oven instructions, don’t worry! You can visit the product’s webpage, scroll down to the “Cooking Instructions” section, and find detailed steps there. We make it easy for you to enjoy a nutritious meal without the hassle! 🌟 #foodismedicine

While food cannot REPLACE medication entirely, food can be a TOOL to help maintain, preserve, prevent, reverse and treat disease. Chronic diseases, such as heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes, are the leading contributors to deaths and high healthcare costs for many families across the country. Controlling or even preventing chronic diseases would make a substantial difference in our everyday health and reduce family health care costs. The concept of food as medicine is simple. If chronically ill people eat a nutritious diet, they may need less medications, reduce emergency room visits, and require fewer hospital admissions. Food acts as medicine--to maintain health and prevent diseases. According to the Food is Medicine coalition, Food Is Medicine interventions consist of healthy foods that are tailored to meet individuals' specific health needs affected by diet. For example, up to 90 percent of type 2 diabetes cases can be prevented by keeping your weight under control by exercising and eating a healthy diet, and not smoking. Give this post a like if you agree that FOOD IS MEDICINE!! #foodismedicine

It’s time we debunked the MYTH that FRESH FOOD is healthier than FROZEN. Freezing food helps us to extend shelf life, making it easier to store food longer. But did you know that there are other benefits of frozen food? Freezing food allows us to essentially hit the “pause” button on the natural aging process of fresh food, locking in vitamins and nutrients for longer. Keep reading to learn about the key benefits of frozen food. 😌 Convenience 🍌 Preserve nutrition at peak ripeness 🥦 Make your food last longer 🥗 Reduce food waste Mindful meal prep and freezing your fresh fruit and veggies can help you ensure you're eating a balanced diet that meets nutritional guidelines from Registered Dietitians. In addition to freezing your own meals and ingredients, there are plenty of frozen food benefits that make it worth making it a part of your busy lifestyle! Performance Kitchen creates delicious, nutritionally balanced meals to fit a wide variety of lifestyles, diets, and tastes. Our fresh produce is picked at peak ripeness and then flash-frozen, resulting in the optimal preservation of nutrients. Instead of using excess sodium and sugar to give our meals flavor we use premium ingredients, herbs, and spices to create our globally-inspired recipes. #foodismedicine

Most people who have Medically Tailored Meal benefits don't KNOW that they have a meal benefit!! Now of course the big question is... How do I find out if my patient qualifies for medically tailored meals? 🔹 Step 1: Go to our Home Page and use the Benefit Locator Tool right here: https://lnkd.in/gSmw9zkX 🔹 Step 2: Click the BUTTON, and Enter YOUR (NOT THE PATIENT) information, including Zip Code to find out if there are benefits in your area 🔹 Step 3: If you get a message that says, "Benefits exist in your area," THEN 🔹 Step 4: Have your PATIENT to to the Homepage and CLICK THE BUTTON and enter THEIR information. They will get an answer, and IF they likely have benefits, PK will contact them and handle the rest! If you find NO BENEFITS IN YOUR AREA YET, Hang tight! We're working on it! In the meantime, ADVOCATE FOR FOOD IS MEDICINE AND MEDICALLY TAILORED MEALS IN YOUR INSTITUTION OR AREA. and FOLLOW US HERE ON LinkedIn! #foodismedicine

How are we going to help our patients see real changes in their lives? 👇 Real food. Whole food. Fruits and veggies. 365 days a year, 3 meals a day. Check out this clip from Robert Graham, MD, MPH, Chef and let us know what you think in the comments! #foodismedicine

Q: “I have thyroid problems, should I avoid eating tofu or soy products?” A: Before adjusting your diet, speak with your doctor/endocrinologist and get your iodine levels checked. If hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is the issue, be aware of goitrogens. If your iodine is low, they may interfere with your thyroid’s ability to produce hormones. Soy and cruciferous vegetables contain goitrogens, but moderate intake is usually fine as long as you have enough iodine. For those with hypothyroidism, I recommend soy only in moderation (a single cup of soy milk, or a serving of edamame daily). I wouldn't suggest it more often until we have more research data to inform your choices. The same goes for cruciferous vegetables, which are foods like broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and cabbage. Cooking destroys much of their potential goitrogenic effect. So, even if low iodine is a concern, a few servings a week offers more nutritional benefits than drawbacks. #foodismedicine