Fibre helps maintain gut health, with studies in enteral nutrition showing improved tolerance, reduced diarrhoea, bloating and constipation9-11
Calculated energy and protein requirements were found to be lower in the probable sarcopenia group12
Sarcopenia can lead to;13
Increase of exercise and adequate protein intake is the most effective intervention to increase muscle mass and muscle strength.
Guidelines suggest increase requirements for protein 1.2-1.5g/kg/day14,15 with up to 2.0g/kg/day14 in those with severe illness, injury or malnutrition.
4.5% of the UK population follow a vegetarian or vegan diet22
Interest is not limited to young people; individuals of all ages, including older patients, are choosing to follow plant-based alternatives for a variety of reasons:23,24
The UK's first and only plant-based 2 kcal tube feed1
Soy protein contains isoflavones; please refer to nutritional table for isoflavone level. EFSA guidance suggest intakes <150 mg
UK, multi-centre study
Improved tolerance
Reduced tube feeding time
Enhanced quality of life
Better bowell function
High tolerance = 93% of dietitians were satisfied with their patients' tolerance. Data on file, 2024.
Important notice: Nutrison PlantBased 2 kcal HP Multi Fibre is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of disease related malnutrition