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BRAND

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PACK 40x4 OZ

DESCRIPTION PLANTBASED BURGER PEA FRZN

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FUN FACTS ABOUT FIBRE

Lillian Lau MScAHN, RD Nutrition Services Consultant Sysco Canada

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FUN FACTS ABOUT FIBRE

Introduction to Fibre

is important to work collaboratively with other health care professionals and the resident to create Adequate fibre intake is important personalized high fibre interventions to support our health and well- that support their nutritional goals. being; however, most Canadians are only consuming half of their daily recommended intake¹. Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that cannot be digested² and is described as either insoluble, soluble, or inulin³. Each type of fibre provides unique benefits based on its structure. For example, insoluble fibre does not dissolve in water and supports bowel regularity; soluble fibre dissolves in water to form a gel that can help lower cholesterol levels, control blood sugar; and inulin supports the growth of healthy bacteria in your gut³.

improving intake of Relevance to Long-Term fibre Care Menus should incorporate high fibre A common concern among residents in LTC as their food intake, fluid consumption, and physical activity decline, is constipation. Medications (i.e. narcotics, antidepressants, and diuretics) also contribute to chronic constipation which results in an increased use of laxatives, suppositories, and enemas⁵. The Menu Planning in Long Term Care (LTC) with Canada’s Food Guide (2019) handbook suggests that menus in LTC should provide 30 g/ day of fibre from meals and snacks⁴. This meets the recommended daily fibre intake for adults 50 yrs+, 30 g and 21 g for males and females, respectively³. The good news is that a combination of adequate fluids, physical activity, and dietary fibre may help regulate bowels and decrease dependence on laxatives. It

may be useful to easily add fibre into meals (i.e. toast, soups, cereals etc.). Other high fibre options include fibre rich baked items (i.e. bran muffins, date squares)⁵ and stewed prunes. Care communities may also create their own high fibre recipes served in specified portions⁵ or consider the use of high fibre commercial products that can be spread on toast, mixed into cereal, or eaten on their own⁵. High fibre beverages (i.e. prune juice, commercial fibre drinks) are also ideal as they provide additional fibre and fluids.

increasing fluid consumption

items to ensure that residents can meet their daily needs. This can be accomplished by promoting higher fibre breads (i.e. whole wheat, rye, etc.), offering fruits for dessert and as snacks, serving high fibre cereals at breakfast, integrating plant-based foods into the menu (i.e. beans and legumes), and providing a variety Fluid intake is a factor that supports of vegetables at lunch and supper. bowel regularity as it helps plump up fibre, allowing it to move smoothly Other factors that influence fibre through the digestive tract⁶. As fibre intake are residents’ food preferences intake increases, adequate fluid and appetite. Residents should be is needed to prevent nausea and regularly assessed by a Registered worsening of constipation⁶. The Detitian to determine if additional Menu Planning in LTC with Canada’s supplementation from high fibre Food Guide (2019) handbook foods at meals and snacks is indicates that the standard menu needed, ensuring any intervention is in LTC should provide a minimum of appropriate based on the resident’s 2000 mL/day of fluids from meals and medical history and preferences. High snacks⁴. Unfortunately, dehydration fibre commercial fruit spreads, wheat continues to be a common bran, and flaxseeds and other products challenge for residents in LTC. MAY 2022 5

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This is a result of several factors which include decreased thirst signals, challenges related to consuming meals and fluids, and side effects of medications⁷. Staff can help improve fluid intake by offering fluid alternatives (i.e. gelatin, soup, canned fruit, meal supplement drinks, etc.), increasing the quantity of fluids served when medications are administered to residents⁵, offering fluids throughout the day and/or implementing water stations⁵, and by accommodating resident fluid preferences (i.e. type, temperature)⁵.

sourcing products to increase fibre intake Sysco has a variety of high fibre products available that can be incorporated into your care community. The following chart highlights items that may be available at your Sysco site: personalized high fibre interventions that support their nutritional goals. ITEM

Muffin Batter Dark Bran Muffin Batter Golden Raisin Bran Dessert Bar Date Square Beans Lentil Green Beans Lentil Red Split Peas Green Rice White & Wild Blend Barley Pearled

SUPC

9994518 2712644 1742873 5328780 5330313 7674534 1157270 5328378

BRAND

Quaker Quaker Sysco Classic Sysco Classic Sysco Classic Sysco Classic Sysco Classic Sysco Classic

PACK 1 1 2 6 6 6 5 6

SIZE

15 lb 8 lb 2.85 kg 1.5 kg 2 kg 2 kg 2.27 kg 1.5 kg

FIBRE CONTENT

7g of fibre per 100g 7g of fibre per 100g 2g of fibre per 40g 4g of fibre per 35g 4g of fibre per 35g 4g of fibre per 125 ml 2g of fibre per 45g 7g of fibre per 45g

references 1. Unlock Food. “Getting More Fibre.” Getting More Fibre - Unlock Food, 15 Feb. 2019, https://www.unlockfood.ca/ en/Articles/Fibre/Getting-more-fibre.aspx. 2. Unlock Food. “Focus on Fibre.” Focus on Fibre-Unlock Food, 31 Oct. 2018, https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/ Fibre/Focus-on-Fibre.aspx. 3. Alberta Health Services. “Fibre Facts - Alberta Health Services.” Fibre Facts, Feb. 2020, https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/info/nutrition/if-nfs-fibre-facts.pdf. 4. Dietitians of Canada, OPDQ, & CNS/CMTF 2. (2020, July). Menu planning in long term care - dietitians of Canada. Retrieved October 19, 2021, from https://www.dietitians.ca/DietitiansOfCanada/media/Documents/Resources/ Menu-Planning-in-Long-Term-Care-with-Canada-s-Food-Guide-2020.pdf?ext=.pdf 5. Whittington-Carter, L. (2018). Fingertip files for Dietitians: The RD’S quick reference guide for nutrition in long term care. Author. 6. Larson, Holly. “Easy Ways to Boost Fiber in Your Daily Diet.” EatRight: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Mar. 2021, https://www.eatright.org/food/vitamins-and-supplements/types-of-vitamins-and-nutrients/easy-ways-toboost-fiber-in-your-daily-diet. 7. Mayerson, Dale, and Karen Thompson. “Hydration for the Elderly in Long-Term Care Residences.” Hospital News, 7 Aug. 2018, https://hospitalnews.com/hydration-for-the-elderly-in-long-term-care-residences/.

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RECIPE

Mediterranean Frittata Ingredients:

Eastern Canada - SUPC 5566252 Western Canada - SUPC 2182824

2 cups liquid whole egg* 2 cups milk 300 g hash brown potatoes 150 g black olives, chopped 150 g green peppers, diced 150 g red peppers, diced 130 g shredded cheese 1 tsp garlic granules ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper *Option to use thawed Scrambled Egg Mix instead of liquid egg, milk and salt.

1. In a large bowl, mix together potatoes, green and red peppers and olives. 2. Blend in liquid egg, milk, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture into baking dish and sprinkle with cheese. 3. Bake at 350°F for 45–50 mins or until the frittata reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). 4. Cut into squares and enjoy.

Make it Western by replacing the olives with diced cooked ham. For a bit of Southwestern heat, add some chopped jalepeño.

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THEME MENU

Fish Cakes Serving Size: 125 ml Yield: 50

Creamy Pesto Ingredients: Chicken Penne 2 5/8 kg Atlantic cod, frozen (cooked) 300 ml 100 ml 50 ml 300 g 5 ml 1 L 150 ml

mayonnaise, bulk whole liquid egg lime juice celery, minced salt bread crumbs, plain olive oil

Preparation: 1. Cook cod day before and remove skin. Blend mayonnaise, egg and lime juice in a large mixing bowl. Flake cod into small pieces and add to bowl. Mix in celergy and salt. 2. Pour bread crumbs on a sheet of waxed paper. 3. Form cod mixture into 60g patties. Gently place each patty in brrread crumbs and using a pancake spatula, turn to coat evenly. Heat oil in griddle, over medium heat. Place 4 fish cakes on griddle and cook until crumbs are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side; turn carefully.

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Produce Update

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Produce that’s Fresh. Information that’s to the Point.

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ALERT!

1.ARTICHOKES

Supply is challenged on smaller sizes and babies. ALERT!

2.CABBAGE— NAPABOK CHOY

The market is active as supplies are limited. ALERT!

3.CARROTS

Supplies are limited on Jumbo sizes and value-added items. ALERT!

asparagus

ALERT!

Markets remain active. Mexico is still in transition. Peruvian supplies are improving, and domestic supplies should start next week to help relieve the market.

avocados ALERT!

Mexico: Volumes and markets are improving. Size is peaking on 48-60ct with #2 making up 15-20% of pack outs. Tight supplies are expected through late June. CA: Production is increasing, and the size curve is heavy to 48ct and smaller; #2 fruit is around 10% of the pack out. GEM avocados are available and peaking on 48ct and larger.

beans–green

ALERT!

FL supplies are limited with a production gap as crops transition north. Mexican production is waning with very limited volume. Coachella has started with limited supplies.

berries– strawberry

Production is strong with no disruptions in sight. Ideal weather conditions are helping to spark volumes. Markets are increasing due to the Mother’s Day pull.

broccoli & cauliflower

The broccoli market is starting to show some signs of strength as yields start to decline. Quality is good with occasional purpling and knuckling for crown shape. The cauliflower market is showing signs of strength with lower supplies available heading into the next week.

celery

Markets are getting stronger due to quality issues from Oxnard. Salinas’ production is still 4-5 weeks out.

berries–blackberry, blueberry & raspberry

All mixed berries are steady as the new growing areas are coming on while old areas are waning.

Information is subject to market fluctuations and meant to be used only as a guide. Consider transit

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effects show in your market. See the FreshPress Plus+, our extended guide of the current market information at freshpoint.com.

4.GARLIC

Markets are stronger due to concerns for CA product.

5.MUSHROOMS

ALERT!

Supplies, especially in the CO area, are challenged.

Outlook WEST COAST Temps will remain warm to hot from the coastal regions inland and will reach the 90s in the San Joaquin Valley. Cooler temps will return by the weekend to a more normal trend.

MEXICO Hot and windy conditions are expected in the majority of Mexico. Strong winds will be followed by thunder and lightning storms in the eastern states bordering the Gulf of Mexico.

EAST COAST Temps are expected to be near normal with above normal precipitation.

Shredded carrots and 2” peeled carrots are short in supply in addition to shortages on Snack Pack and Jumbo carrots out of CA. Carrot sticks also remain a challenge for some shippers.

The industry is still struggling with smaller size artichokes, and baby artichokes are not available. Large sizes (12 & 18cts) are readily available this week.

Markets remain active. Mexico is still in transition. Peruvian supplies are improving, and domestic supplies should start next week to help relieve the market.

FL supplies are limited with a production gap as crops transition north. Mexican production is waning with very limited volume. Coachella has started with limited supplies.

Bok Choy & Napa markets are active with fewer supplies available. Active markets are expected for the next 7-10 days.

Quality issues have eased. Recent rains will help the fruit gain size. Size is peaking on 230-250ct. Due to extremely strong markets, growers are harvesting everything possible. Larger sizes are tight as fruit is not being allowed to stay on the tree long enough to size up.

Markets are stronger again due to concerns for the remaining CA product. Supplies from Mexico and Argentina will once again be more frequent until the new harvest of CA garlic starts at the end of June.

Supplies remain challenged to varying degrees, with the biggest area of concern farms out of Colorado. The market remains unstable as suppliers continue to announce increases due to rising input costs.

FL chile pepper supplies are light with good quality and strong markets. Mexican supplies are moderate with good demand.

FL green bell supplies are better with higher demand, good quality, and lower markets. FL volumes will be decreasing until the GA season starts. Red and yellow bells are in short supply. Nogales is waning. Baja red & yellow production is winding down. Coachella is up and running with green bells and will start with red & yellow bells in about 2 weeks.

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MARKET INFORMATION

Asparagus - ALERT

Peru, Mexico, USA

Markets remain active. Mexico is still in transition. Peruvian supplies are improving, and domestic supplies should start next week to help relieve the market.

Beans—Green – ALERT

FL, Mexico, CA

Broccoli & Baby Broccoli/Broccolini

CA, Mexico

FL supplies are limited with a production gap as crops transition north. Mexican production is waning with very limited volume. Coachella has started with limited supplies. Broccolini has fallen short this week for some suppliers. The broccoli market is starting to show some signs of strength as yields start to decline. Quality is good with occasional purpling and knuckling for crown shape.

Brussels Sprouts

CA, Mexico

Cabbage Napa/Bok Choy - ALERT

CA, Mexico, FL

Carrots – ALERT

AZ, CA, Canada, Mexico, GA

Shredded carrots and 2” peeled carrots are short in supply in addition to shortages on Snack Pack and Jumbo carrots out of CA. Carrot sticks also remain a challenge for some shippers.

Cauliflower

CA, Mexico

The market is showing signs of strength with lower supplies available heading into the next week. Quality is fair to good with a nice cream color.

Celery

CA, FL

Markets are getting stronger due to quality issues from Oxnard. Salinas’ production is still 4-5 weeks out.

Corn

FL, Mexico, CA

FL supplies are expected to remain good through May until GA starts. The CA Imperial Valley is producing good volume and quality.

Cucumber

Mexico, FL, Honduras

FL supplies are light, quality varies, and markets remain strong. Volume will improve once GA starts. Mexico is producing good volume with good quality.

Eggplant

FL, Mexico

Garlic - ALERT

CA, Mexico, Spain, Argentina, China

FL supplies and quality are good with lower markets. Mexico is producing moderate volumes with moderate demand. Markets are stronger again due to concerns for the remaining CA product. Supplies from Mexico and Argentina will once again be more frequent until the new harvest of CA garlic starts at the end of June.

Herbs

Mexico, USA

Parsley is challenged with quality issues causing lighter supplies and stronger markets. Heavy seeder is being reported by some suppliers.

Lettuce—Iceberg, Leaf, and Romaine

Mexico, CA

Stronger markets were reported this week with good demand on all lettuces. Iceberg: Quality is good with occasional defects such as wind and fringe burns. Leaf: Quality is good with occasional heading/cupping in some stands. Romaine: Quality is fair to good with occasional wind burn, fringe burn, and slight cupping.

Active markets continue as supply out of Mexico remains low and CA is not in full production yet. Short supplies of red cabbage are being reported on the West Coast. Supplies on green are steady. Napa and Bok Choy markets are active with fewer supplies available. Active markets are expected for the next 7-10 days.

Information is subject to market fluctuations and is meant only as a guide. Consider transit time for your area as this is a current field market condition report, and up to 10 days may pass before the effects show in your market. FreshPoint.com | Sysco.com

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Lettuce—Spring Mix

Mushrooms - ALERT

USA, Canada, Mexico

Onions—Green

Mexico

Shipping challenges continue with slower border crossings in time for deliveries. Quality is fair to good with medium/large sizing, occasional mechanical damage, and light green to green color.

Onions—Yellow, White & Red

WA, ID, TX, CA, Mexico

Markets are active. TX is experiencing on and off rain, which is impeding harvesting. Southern CA is picking up as the new crop continues to come on.

Peas—Snow & Snaps

USA, Mexico, Guatemala FL, Mexico

Snow peas and snap peas supplies will be shorter for the next 7-10 days.

Peppers—Chiles ALERT Peppers – Green, Red & Yellow – ALERT

FL, Mexico, CA

Markets are steady with good supplies. Quality is mostly good with mechanical damage, occasional discoloration, and insect pressure. Minor signs of dehydration are visible. Supplies remain challenged to varying degrees, with the biggest area of concern farms out of Colorado. The market remains unstable as suppliers continue to announce increases due to rising input costs.

FL hot pepper supplies are light with good quality and strong markets. Mexican supplies are moderate with good demand. FL green bell supplies are better with higher demand, good quality, and lower markets. FL volumes will be decreasing until the GA season starts. Red and yellow bells are in short supply. Nogales is waning. Baja red & yellow production is winding down. Coachella is up and running with green bells and will start with red & yellow bells in about 2 weeks.

Potatoes—Russet

ID, WA, CO, WI

Potatoes – Red, White & Yukon

WA, ID, ND, MN, FL, CA

Markets are strong with demand exceeding supplies on the large 40-70 cts. This trend will continue due to the size profile of the Burbanks for the remainder of the season. Planting for next season is under way in the Pacific NW. The market is firmer as the storage season winds down. CA supplies are coming online, and FL remains mostly steady with good demand.

Potatoes—Sweet

CA, MS, NC, LA

Markets are steady with good quality.

Squash—Zucchini & Yellow

FL, Mexico

FL squash is plentiful with good quality, and markets are low. GA production is starting. Mexico is producing good volume with moderate demand. The CA harvest is expected to start mid-May.

Tender Greens— Arugula & Spinach

Tomatoes

Mexico, FL

Supplies are steady. Arugula quality is fair to good with occasional discoloration and mechanical damage. Spinach quality is fair with mechanical damage. Other defects observed are dehydration, insect pressure, and tip burn. Eastern supplies continue to improve out of Central FL. Crown picking continues to yield larger sized round fruit. Mexico continues to have a steady supply on all rounds, grapes, & cherries. Roma markets remain active.

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FRUIT

SOURCE

MARKET INFORMATION

Apples

Markets are mostly steady. Quality is good.

Avocados - ALERT

Chile, Mexico, CA, Colombia

Bananas

Central America

Quality and availability are good.

Berries—Blackberries, Raspberries, Blueberries

Mexico, CA, Peru, Chile, FL, GA, NC

All mixed berries are steady as the new growing areas are coming on while old areas are waning.

Berries—Strawberry

CA, Mexico

Production is strong with no disruptions in sight. Ideal weather conditions are helping to spark volumes. Markets are increasing due to the Mother’s Day pull.

Citrus—Lemons

Markets are steady. Fruit is heavy to large Fancy grade. Quality is good.

Citrus—Limes - ALERT

Mexico, Colombia, Peru

Citrus—Oranges

Markets are mostly steady. Volume is peaking on large Fancy grade and small Choice fruit is short. Valencias are starting and are being used to fill in on small sizes.

Grapes—Green & Red

Peru, Chile

Red grapes: Markets are softer with good supplies. Quality is generally good, with some older fruit available. Green grapes: Demand is very good with lighter supplies. Markets are higher. Some quality issues are present in some lots.

Melons— Cantaloupe & Honeydew

Mexico, Central America

Cantaloupe supplies have increased in Mexico, lowering the market. All sizes are available with good quality. Honeydew markets are decreasing as volumes increase from Mexico. Size is heavy to large fruit. Quality is good.

Melons—Watermelon

Mexico, FL

Supplies are increasing as the crop transitions to new growing areas. Markets are decreasing. Quality is good.

Pineapple

Central America

Quality, supplies and demand are good. Size is peaking on larger fruit.

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