Flavor and Wellness

Patient Care

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A chef preparing a fresh, colorful meal in a modern hospital kitchen, symbolizing the 'farm-to-gurney' movement for improved patient nutrition and healing.
Food

Beyond Bland: Why a 'Farm-to-Gurney' Revolution Is Essential for Hospital Food

Modern healthcare is failing patients by serving nutrient-poor meals. A federal push is now mandating a 'farm-to-gurney' revolution, integrating therapeutic nutrition directly into patient care to promote true healing.

Ryan Patel·April 7, 2026
Hospital kitchen staff, including chefs and dietitians, preparing nutritious meals, symbolizing the CMS directive on federal nutrition standards and patient care.
Nutrition

CMS Memo Reinforces Hospital Nutrition Obligations for Patients

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a memo reminding hospitals of their obligations to meet federal nutrition standards, tying patient meals to the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Medicare reimbursement.

Ryan Patel·April 2, 2026