Description : Feeding Intolerance Can Affect Outcomes
Feeding intolerance can be a major barrier to achieving nutrition goals. Failure to meet early enteral feeding goals is associated with increased risk of infectious complications, impaired healing, increased length of stay and poor growth.A well-tolerated formula that provides efficiently utilized energy and nitrogen can help you achieve your nutritional goals through enteral nutrition.
NESTLÉ® PEPTAMEN® features Proven Blend™ backed by more than 15 years of clinical experience.
Tolerance
- Oral option for feeding flexibility
- 100% whey protein to facilitate gastric emptying1,2
- Peptides associated with decreased diarrhea3,4
- MCT to decrease potential for fat malabsorption
- Low osmolality to help support tolerance
Anabolism
- Exceptional quality whey protein supports growth and recovery5,6
- Balanced peptide profile to support nitrogen retention and utilization4,7
- Generous level of MCT provides readily available fuel source to support improved nitrogen retention
Protection
- Comprehensive antioxidant system to help support the body's defenses against damaging free radicals
- PREBIO¹™ option to help support complete colon health
- Low levels of n–6 fats may reduce potential for inflammatory metabolites8