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1These contain energy, protein and vitamins and minerals in various amounts. Available in a variety of flavours they can be used as additional nutrition or added to recipes – see the sample menus| for ideas.
1aAs (1) above, but with added fibre.
2These contain energy only and have no taste. They can be added to normal foods|.
3These contain energy, protein, vitamins and minerals. They can be flavourless or sweet, and can be added to normal foods.
4These contain protein only and have no taste. They can be added to normal foods.
5These contain energy only and are available in a variety of flavours to suit individual tastes. Can be used as additional nutrition or added to recipes etc.
6These can be used to add extra energy and protein instead of ordinary puddings.
7These can be used to thicken drinks and foods for people who have difficulty in swallowing fluids. Follow the instructions carefully or the products can become lumpy.
Recipe ideas, leaflets and booklets are available for many of these products from the manufacturers|. Most of the drinks listed above are on prescription, but Build-up and Complan are not.
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