Loma Linda University Health is introducing new Wellness Value Meals at all its entities, including Loma Linda – Murrieta, out of a commitment to provide employees, students, patients and visitors with tasty, healthy and affordable food options.
The Wellness Value Meals will debut at all cafeterias Monday, Aug. 14, and will thereafter be served weekly Mondays through Fridays. The cost will be $4 for each meal. Employees with their ID badge receive an additional 20 percent off cafeteria purchases.
The new Wellness Value Meals can also be ordered through catering for events, meetings and celebrations, providing enhanced nutrition for attendees.
What you get
Each freshly prepared meal of the day will feature a healthful mix of whole grains, vegetables and protein. To meet wellness criteria, each meal must meet at least six out of the seven nutritional standards below:
Nutrient Ideal range per meal
Calories 600 kcal or less
Saturated fat 5 grams or less
Added sugar 6 grams or less
Fiber 7 grams
Protein 15 to 18 grams
Whole food/grain 100 percent unrefined
Fruits and vegetables 2 servings
Better eating for Living Whole
The Wellness Value Meals were dreamed by President Richard Hart, MD, DrPH, and developed by a committee co-chaired by Rod Neal, MBA, senior vice president of finance, and Lyndon Edwards, MBA, MHS, senior vice president of adult hospital services.
This new benefit is part of Loma Linda University Health’s commitment to fostering the health of its employees. The Living Whole Wellness Program encourages employees to take advantage of this affordable, healthy meal option.
In addition, the Living Whole Wellness Program maintains a database of healthy and delicious recipes that meet wellness criteria for healthy living. Recipes are available for free download at myllu.llu.edu/livingwhole/recipes.