DISHES FOR THE INVALID.

Auckland Star, Volume LXVIII, Issue 45, 23 February 1937, Page 12

DISHES FOR THE INVALID.

Getting well is eotnetimee a long and uncomfortable business, trying both for invalid and nurse. Young patients, especially, find bed very tedious, and picture books and toys soon begin to pall. The treatment needed ie mostly psychological, and if you can from day to day give them a special little treat with the promise of something elee to look forward to next day, it is surprising how the invalid will pick up and, by thinking of to-morrow, get through today without the hours seeming too long. The diet prescribed by the doctor must, of course, be strictly followed, but you should do all you can to make it as varied as possible. Little things count for eo much with eick people, and monotony in food may make them tired and depressed. Prepared groats ie an excellent food for invalids, for it can be served up in several guises, and the product itself is eo finely divided that it ie easily digested. It make* a soothing "night cap" for patients who cannot sleep, and oat jelly made from it is tempting for someone with a sore or irritating throat. Mil loz of the groats ■into a smooth paste with a little cold water taken from half a pint. Add the remainder of the water gradually, stirring all the time. Place in a saucepan and bring elowly to the boil and simmer for ten minutes while stirring. Add ealt or eugar. On cooling it will be jelly and ready for use.