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Everybody\u2019s food budgets are feeling strain these days and that\u2019s probably even more true for your elderly family member. Having help from home care providers<\/a> to make fresh meals from leftovers is one option, but you also want to help her to keep her food fresh for as long as possible. These tips can help.<\/p>\n

Choose Storage Containers that Keep Food Visible<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s so easy to forget what is even in the fridge. That\u2019s even more likely for your elderly family member if she\u2019s not going through some foods as quickly as she used to. One option is to keep opened foods in clear storage bags or clear airtight containers. That helps to protect the foods and keep them fresher but also leaves them visible so they\u2019re not forgotten.<\/p>\n

Store Foods at the Proper Temperatures<\/h3>\n

Your senior\u2019s fridge and freezer need to be set to optimal temperatures in order to keep food from spoiling. If you\u2019re not sure whether the thermostat on her fridge and freezer are accurate, using fridge thermometers helps you to get an accurate reading. Leave one each in the freezer and fridge and check periodically that they match the settings on the fridge and freezer. This is something that elder care providers can help your senior to keep up with regularly.<\/p>\n

Understand What the Dates on Foods Mean<\/h3>\n

There are several different kinds of dates on food containers, including \u201cbest by\u201d and \u201cuse by\u201d dates. These dates aren\u2019t always easy to understand because the terminology is so different for each type of date. Freeze meats one to two days after purchasing it and pay attention to quality changes in foods. Buying meats that are close to their \u201cpurchase by\u201d date can get your senior a great deal, and freezing those meats as soon as she gets them home ensures that they\u2019ll last.<\/p>\n

Go with Frozen Foods<\/h3>\n

Frozen foods, particularly fruits and vegetables, are packaged at the height of their freshness. One caveat is that you want to check the labels for any added salt or sugar that could have been part of the packaging process. Going with frozen fruits and vegetables ensures that your senior doesn\u2019t have to worry about them going bad before she eats them. Frozen vegetables and fruits are great in smoothies, and they don\u2019t even need to be thawed first.<\/p>\n

Use a Bread Box<\/h3>\n

Bread goes bad really fast, especially if your elderly family member doesn\u2019t go through a whole loaf very quickly. Freezing half a loaf at a time is a great option, especially if she keeps the other half in a bread box. This can help your elderly family member to avoid having any portion of the loaf go bad before she eats through it.<\/p>\n

Reconsider Bulk Buying<\/h3>\n

Bulk buying is often recommended as a great way to save tons of money on groceries. But for seniors who live alone, this can mean ending up with a lot of food that is going to take a long time to eat. Some items may still be good to buy in bulk for your senior but think those purchases through carefully.<\/p>\n

Home care providers<\/a> can help your senior with all her grocery shopping needs, too, taking even more pressure off of your elderly family member when it comes to stocking her fridge and pantry.<\/p>\n

If you are considering home care in New York City, NY<\/a>, for an aging loved one, please contact the caring staff at Touching Hearts At Home of NYC today at 212-201-6139<\/a>.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Everybody\u2019s food budgets are feeling strain these days and that\u2019s probably even more true for your elderly family member. Having help from home care providers to make fresh meals from leftovers is one option, but you also want to help her to keep her food fresh for as long as possible. These tips can help. 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