Looking At Container Farms as the Future of Hospital Nutrition
Malnutrition afflicts 20–50% of hospital inpatients worldwide, which means 1 in 4 admitted patients battle longer hospital stays, higher readmission risk, and slower recovery. These alarming rates remain consistent across North America and globally, and the problem often intensifies during hospitalization. Too often, food services cannot deliver truly nutrient-rich produce—conventional supply chains and lengthy storage lead to nutrient loss before food even reaches the plate.
Conventionally sourced produce may lose 30% or more of its vitamins and minerals within days after harvest. Hospitals leveraging container farms can provide freshly harvested greens within hours, translating to higher clinical value for patients and staff. This "hours from harvest" advantage is particularly important for sensitive micronutrients like vitamin C and provitamin A, shown in both peer-reviewed review and practice.
Vertically grown crops need no pesticides or herbicides and are produced in hygienic, closed environments. Peer-reviewed studies and operational audits confirm these systems dramatically reduce contamination risk, providing hospital executives with peace of mind on food safety.
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