Why Hospital Meals Matter More Than You Realize For most patients entering a hospital, food is usually the last thing on their mind. It’s common to assume hospital meals are boring, but there is a deeper purpose behind it. In hospitals, food is intentionally prepared to meet medical nutritional needs. https://medium.com/@linda.wockhardthospitals/the-surprising-reason-why-hospital-food-is-actually-important-for-your-recovery-bc07950f1b49