Jeriack Snacks today announced the launch of its physician-developed fortified Nutrition chocolate chip cookie, created to help support the nutritional needs of older adults through a familiar food people enjoy. The product, developed by practicing physician Jack DiTeodoro, M.D., aims to address the common challenge of maintaining adequate nutrition as people age.
Maintaining adequate nutrition can become increasingly challenging as people age. Changes in appetite, illness, recovery from hospitalization, and other age-related factors may make it difficult for some older adults to consume enough protein and essential nutrients. Caregivers of elderly parents also struggle when their parents don't finish meals. While liquid nutritional supplements remain an important option for many individuals, Jeriack Nutrition Cookies provide an additional food-based choice designed to make nutrition easier, more enjoyable, and easier to incorporate into daily routines.
Each soft Jeriack Cookie delivers 8 grams of protein and 13 essential vitamins and minerals in a convenient, ready-to-enjoy chocolate chip cookie format. The product is designed for seniors living independently, family caregivers, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and senior living communities.
"During my years caring for older adults, I saw firsthand that many patients struggled to maintain adequate nutrition—not because they didn't understand its importance, but because available options were not always appealing or easy to incorporate into daily life," said Jack DiTeodoro, M.D., Founder of Jeriack Snacks. "I created Jeriack Fortified Nutrition Cookies to provide a nutritious food option that people genuinely enjoy while helping support their daily nutritional needs."
The launch of Jeriack Cookies represents an innovative approach to senior nutrition by leveraging a familiar, enjoyable food format. Unlike traditional liquid supplements, the soft cookie texture is designed for easy consumption, particularly for those with chewing difficulties or reduced appetite. The classic chocolate chip flavor aims to increase compliance and enjoyment, potentially improving nutritional outcomes for older adults who may resist other supplements.
Jeriack Snacks was founded by Dr. DiTeodoro after recognizing a clinical gap in appealing nutritional options for geriatric patients. The company is committed to developing physician-created nutrition products that help make healthy aging easier for individuals, families, caregivers, and healthcare organizations. By combining meaningful nutrition with familiar foods, Jeriack Snacks hopes to address a significant public health concern: undernutrition in the aging population.
For more information, visit www.jeriack.com.
