BariatrX Essentials Bariatric Meal is a medical food to provide specialized nutritional support for bariatric patients pre- and postoperatively by supplying a desirable balance of high quality protein, carbohydrates, and fat in beverage form, along with key nutrients crucial to overall nutritional status and tissue healing after bariatric surgery.*
Designed to address potential "dumping syndrome".
Low-glycemic index to encourage healthy insulin function and blood sugar levels.
Provides nutrients necessary to encourage healthy tissue healing and repair.
No high-fructose corn syrup or artificial sweetners.
Dairy-free calcium, actifolate, low residue fiber, heart healthy soy protein.
Ingredients:
Servings per container: 42
Each Scoop contains:
Soy protein isolate (pharmasoy), fructose, fross flow micor-filtered whey protein isolate (milk), dutch processed cocoa, maltodextrin, whey protein hydrolysate(milk), natural flavor (contains naturally occurring sulfites), magnesium citrate, soy fiber (soy), corn bran, olive oil, lecithin (soy), apple pectin, guar gum, potassium chloride, calcium phosphate, xanthan, carrageenan, cellulose gum, ascorbic acid, zinc citrate, d-alpha tocpheryl acetate, niacinamide, copper gluconate, D-calcium pantothenae, molybdenum amino acid chelate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, roboflavin, retinyl palmitate, thiamin hydrochloride, folic acid, biotin, potassium iodide, phyonadione selenomethionine, chromium polynicotinate, cholecalciferol methylcobalamin, cyanocobalamin, L-5-methyl tetrahydrofolate, and 5-formyl tetrahydrofolate.
Calories 85
Fat 1g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 89mg
Potassium 186mg
Carbohydrate 11g
Dietary Fiber 2g
Protein 10g
Vitamin A 583 IU
Vitamin C 20mg
Calcium 232mg
Iron 1mg
Vitamin D 13 IU
Vitamin E 4 IU
Thiamin 0.25mg
Riboflavin 0.28mg
Vitamin B6 8mg
Folate 133mcg
Vitamin B12 10mcg
Biotin 50mcg
Pantothenic Acid 1.6mg
Phosphorus 166mg
Iodine 25mcg
Magnesium 65mg
Zinc 5mg
Copper 0.33mg
Manganese 0.2mg
Chromium 33mcg
Isoflavons 5.6mg
Other Ingredients: Contains milk, soy.
Contains NO: wheat, gluten, yeast, egg, fish, crustacean shellfish, nuts, tree nuts or artificial sweeteners or flavors. Suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Note: This product is produced in a facility that produces products containing soy, fish, nuts, tree nuts, dairy, and crustacean shellfish.
Recommended Use:
Adults:
Bariatric Meal may be mixed with chilled water, nonfat milk, electrolyte replacement beverages, reduced calorie beverages or other liquids recommended by your healthcare practitioner.
1 month pre-op: Replace 1 meal with 3 level scoops into 12 oz. of liquid once daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
0-3 months post-op: Mix 1 level scoop into 4 oz. of liquid 6 times per day or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
3-6 months post-op: Mix 3 level scoops into 12 oz. of liquid 2 times per day or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
6 months post-op: Mix 3 level scoops into 12 oz. of liquid 1 time per day or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Warning:
This product is to be used under the direct supervision of a physician or licensed healthcare practitioner. In case of persistent nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or other symptoms, contact your physician.
Vitamin A Warning:
Excess vitamin A intake may be toxic and may increase the risk of birth defects. Pregnant women and women who may become pregnant should not exceed 5000 IU of preformed vitamin A per day.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.