What nursing care food is best for elderly with small appetites?

Nestle's 'Isocal High-Calorie Soft Side Dishes' are ideal. They provide 100kcal in a small 80g portion and are soft enough to be crushed with the tongue.

How can I simplify nursing care meal preparation?

Using ready-to-eat cup products is effective. This product is shelf-stable and can be heated in a microwave in 10-20 seconds, minimizing prep and cleanup time.

What does 'tongue-crushable' mean in UDF standards?

It is a standard defined by the Japan Care Food Conference, referring to softness similar to whole porridge or boiled fish that can be mashed without teeth.

Nestle Japan Launches 'Isocal High-Calorie Soft Side Dish White Porridge Variety Pack' for Daily Nutritional Support

Published May 18, 2026 11:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:57 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Nestle Japan will release a new nursing care food set, 'Isocal High-Calorie Soft Side Dish White Porridge Variety Pack,' on May 20, 2026. This product helps elderly people with small appetites consume necessary calories easily with three types of flavorful soft side dishes and white porridge, all meeting the 'tongue-crushable' standard.

Nestle Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kobe, Hyogo; President & CEO: Tatsuhiko Fukaya) will launch the 'Isocal® High-Calorie Soft Side Dish White Porridge Variety Pack' on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, through the Nestle Health Science Official Online Shop.

### Product Overview 'Isocal® High-Calorie Soft Side Dishes' are designed with 100kcal in a compact 80g portion, featuring a soft texture specifically adjusted for elderly users. This new variety pack combines three types of side dishes—Curry, Meat and Potato Stew (Nikujaga), and Vegetable Cream Stew—with 'Soft White Porridge' to provide a balanced and calorie-dense meal solution.

### Key Features 1. **Compact 100kcal Portions**: Each side dish is 80g, making it easy to finish even for those with small appetites. Combined with the white porridge (100g), one meal provides a convenient 250kcal boost. 2. **Three Appetizing Flavors**: Designed to overcome the 'bland' perception of nursing care food. - **Curry**: Mildly spicy with beef richness. - **Nikujaga**: Gentle sweetness with beef and kelp umami. - **Vegetable Cream Stew**: Smooth and creamy with tender vegetables. 3. **Easy Preparation & Cleanup**: Cup-type containers allow for room temperature storage and quick heating (10-20s in microwave). 4. **UDF 'Tongue-Crushable' Standard**: Verified for safety and ease of swallowing, suitable for those who struggle with hard or large food items.

Nestle Japan aims to contribute to the well-being of the elderly and reduce the burden on caregivers through this expansion of the Isocal® lineup.

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