Used in pediatric medical feeding tubes

Used in pediatric medical feeding tubes recipe videos

Blenderized tube feeding (BTF) is a homemade or commercial formula designed for pediatric medical feeding tubes, typically made from blended whole foods like fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins. It's a liquid nutrition source used for children who cannot eat by mouth, often prepared in a kitchen or specialized facility.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

BTF is usually balanced in macronutrients (carbs, protein, fat) and provides essential vitamins and minerals from whole foods, with calories varying widely based on ingredients—typically ranging from 200-400 calories per 250ml serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	7 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	220 mg
Vitamin A	400 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	30 mg
Vitamin D	5 mcg
Vitamin E	7 mg
Vitamin K	10 mcg
Calcium	250 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	350 mg

Per 1 bottle (237 mL / 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What's unique is that BTF allows for personalized nutrition using real food, which can support gut health and tolerance better than some commercial formulas, reflecting a growing trend toward natural, whole-food-based medical nutrition.