Vivonex Plus Elemental Powder Single Serve Packettes – 2.8 oz.

Description

Each packet contains 2.8oz Vivonex Plus: This high-protein , low-fat beverage is a nutritionally complete, elemental diet. High in glutamine an important nutrient for the health of your digestive system it also helps improve protein retention. 100% free amino acids for better tolerance and easy absorption. Contains arginine, a building block of protein important for healing. Low in fat (6% fat) which makes it easy to digest. Mix with Vivonex Flavor Packets for variety and great taste. Vivonex Plus is a medical food-please consult with your health care professional on the use of this product. Vivonex Plus is commonly recommended to people with: Major intestinal surgery, Cancer treatment, Poor digestion, Surgery, After surgery, Clear liquid diet, Crohn’s disease, Pancreatic and intestinal disorders. Lactose free. Gluten free. Low residue. Kosher. For oral or tube feeding – an effective alternative to T.P.N. Nutrition Information: Vivonex Plus is a high-nitrogen, elemental (100% free amino acids) diet for total enteral nutrition. The Vivonex elemental diet is an effective alternative for total parenteral nutrition (TPN), except in patients where enteral feeding may be contraindicated (i.e., less than 60 cm of functioning small intestine). In standard dilution, Vivonex Plus provides 1 calorie per ml or 300 calories per packet, distributed as 13.5 g (18%) of protein (as amino acids), 57.0 g (76%) of carbohydrate, and 2.0 g (6%) of fat. Not for parent eral use. For Nutrition Information please see package for details.