Administered via bottle or feeding tube.

Administered via bottle or feeding tube. recipe videos

This is not a traditional dish but a medical nutrition formula designed for tube feeding or oral supplementation. It is a nutritionally complete, liquid meal replacement typically made from a blend of proteins (often from soy or dairy), carbohydrates (like corn syrup or maltodextrin), fats (from oils like canola or safflower), and a comprehensive mix of vitamins and minerals. It originates from the field of clinical nutrition and is produced by various medical food companies.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This formula is engineered to be a balanced, high-calorie meal, providing a moderate-to-high amount of calories from a mix of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. A standard serving delivers a broad spectrum of essential macro and micronutrients, including vitamins and minerals, with a calorie count typically ranging from 250 to 350 kcal per 240 mL serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	13 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	400 mg
Calcium	350 mg
Potassium	500 mg
Iron	5.4 mg
Vitamin A	300 mcg
Vitamin C	60 mg
Vitamin D	10 mcg
Vitamin E	10 mg
Zinc	4.5 mg

Per 1 bottle (237 mL) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What's unique is its purpose: it's a scientifically formulated food designed to sustain life and health when a person cannot eat a normal diet. Nutritionally, it is often fortified with nutrients like iron, calcium, and vitamins A, C, and D to meet 100% of daily requirements in a controlled, easily digestible liquid form.