What’s on the menu? A qualitative study on the views of care home staff and residents on nutritional practices and implications for oral health

The findings provided valuable insight into the disparities between and within homes and highlights the challenges in this complex group with regards to nutritional choices. It is vital that a range of food options are in place to protect residents' rights to choose what they wish to eat, whilst offering healthy options and all care staff are educated on offering balanced, nutritious meal and snack options. By offering a range of foods, the healthier choice can be the easier choice.