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Changes in household structures have led to an increase of families with
a household size of 1 to 2 people, prompting changes in eating patterns
as a result. Small families usually prefer simple cooking, settling for 1 or
2 dishes with little variety. Or they will resort to eating out or takeaways,
making eating less enjoyable due to limited healthier choices. Whatever the
reasons behind this, whether spouses are too busy or the elderly care too
little to cook, a balanced and nutritious diet with appropriate food portions
is essential for health maintenance. In view of this, dietitians of the Elderly
Health Service of the Department of Health have published this book, entitled
‘Cook with Ease: Tips and Recipes for Small Families - Serving 1-2)’, so
as to provide simple and practical advice from a professional perspective.
It aims at helping families of 1 to 2 people with grocery shopping and
cooking so that meals are made easier, yummier, and more nutritious.
The book consisting of 5 chapters, illustrates the health impact
of unhealthy eating patterns and the ‘9 steps for preparing meals
for 1 to 2 people’. It also sets out simple but delicious recipes and
a 1-week healthy menu for reference. It further explains culinary
jargons and provides eating tips for people with chronic diseases.
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