About Special Diets
Special diet meal options
Use SendaMeal's special-diet categories to start comparing food, then review each product's ingredients, allergen details and available nutrition information. A category name is not medical certification or a guarantee that a product meets an individual eating plan. Confirm the recipient's requirements before ordering or sending a gift.
Choosing your order
- Start with the relevant category: Browse dairy-free, diabetic, gluten-free, low-calorie, low-carb, low-cholesterol, low-fat, low-sodium, senior or vegetarian categories as relevant. Verify suitability from the product details rather than the category label alone.
- Check the full dish: Sauces, sides and desserts can change the ingredient or nutrition profile of a package. Review every included item, not just the entrée.
- Confirm medical restrictions: For a prescribed diet or serious allergy, seek the information the recipient's clinician requires. If the necessary details are missing, contact SendaMeal before buying.
Before you order
Physical meal orders ship to the 48 contiguous United States via FedEx or UPS. Frozen meals are packed with dry ice in insulated packaging. Check the current delivery schedule and the methods available for your order; timing and charges can differ between shipping groups. Do not assume an exact arrival date is guaranteed. Follow the handling, storage and preparation instructions for each product. Some items require cooking rather than reheating. There is no subscription or recurring order requirement.
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Common questions
Are special-diet category labels medical certifications?
No. They are shopping categories, not medical advice, treatment or an assurance that a food fits an individual medical diet.
How are the individual meals sorted into diet categories?
Individually packaged chef-prepared meals are placed using the kitchen's per-meal nutrition and dietary labels: Diabetic means under 50 g carbohydrates and under 8 g added sugar, Low Calorie means 400 calories or less, Low Cholesterol means under 110 mg, Low Fat means under 17 g fat, and Low Sodium means under 700 mg sodium. Dairy Free, Gluten Free and Vegetarian follow the recipe and ingredient labeling. Other products follow their own product details.
Is one meal one serving?
Yes. For individually packaged meals, each serving is one complete meal. Serves 2 includes two meals, Serves 3 includes three, and so on.
Can I mix products from different dietary categories?
You can compare products across categories, but review each item's ingredients, nutrition and shipping terms. One suitable item does not establish that an entire mixed order is suitable.