Okay, as some of you probably already know, I'm currently in the hospital getting a treatment of steroids for my MS. Staying in the hospital is never fun for anybody, but I would say one of the worst reasons is the horrible food. I simply don't understand why it's so nasty. Is it because they have to cook for so many people?I understand that recipes can't be complicated to feed the masses, but there are so many simple recipes that are healthy and delicious that I just don't understand why the chef doesn't research and take care of it! I mean if you glance up at the limited menu above, it's so unappetizing and so unhealthy. More unhealthy and unappealing that it sounds even because of the lack of salt and hidden fattening ingredients.
Italian Style Spaghetti and Meatballs? What other style is there? Seasoned Pork Loin? No thanks. Beef Tips? I'll pass on the heart attack. Ham and cheese? Really? Ham and cheese?!
The worst part is, everything they consider "healthy" is all made with butter or margarine still and has zero salt or any other flavoring. Mmmm sign me up for a plate of green beans made in the microwave with no seasoning and some margarine please!
Ugh. This is always one of the worst parts of being here for me. They can't accommodate my diet, and if they do it's so bland that it's inedible and I end up having to have people bring me real food so I don't starve. I'm hopefully going home tonight where I can have some delicious turkey chili to warm me to the core and make my tummy happy!
Sorry for the ranting post, I just simply don't get it why it's so bad. I see a connection here with school cafeterias and hospital cafeterias. We really need an intervention to improve food in these places! Maybe Whole Foods can sign up? A girl can dream :)