Banatrol Plus is a combination of 2 soluble fibers - banana flakes and a prebiotic. The primary action of the soluble fibers is to restore the balance of the beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiota which in turn helps such functions as, but not limited to - improved immune function, decrease in inflammatory cytokines, regulation of fluid absorption with improved stool forma...
High protein Gelatein 20 (sugar free) and Gelatein Plus (150 calories) are ideal for clear liquid diets and are used by thousands of acute care facilities across the globe. "A diet of clear liquids maintains vital body fluids, salts, and minerals; and also gives some energy for patients when normal food intake must be interrupted. Clear liquids are easily absorbed by the bod...
Banatrol Plus can be used safely and quickly promote more formed stools without inhibiting gut motility for individuals with loose stools or diarrhea, including those with suspected or have tested positive for Clostridium difficile Infection. Clostridium difficile Infection (CDI) is a common cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD) in hospital and nursing home facilities ...
Recently we have been asked if our Gelatein line of high protein gelatins count as 'fluid', the same way Jello brand gelatins are. The percentage of water in Gelatein 20 and Gelatein Plus are as follows: Gelatein 20’s – average = 80.31%- 3.2 ounces per 4 oz. cup. Gelatein Plus - Average = 68.72%- 2.72 ounces per 4 oz. cup. The difference between Gelatein and Jel...
There are many advantages to using liquid ProSource TF as a modular protein for tube feeding. TF is the only modular liquid protein made specifically for tube feed use. It is water thin and requires no mixing or diluting before administering thereby virtually eliminating any risk of clogging a feeding tube. It is allergen free, contains no lactose or gluten, and does not contai...
Banatrol Plus, containing dehydrated banana flakes and Bimuno prebiotic, is the #1 nutritional solution to diarrhea from C diff, antibiotics, tube feeding, infectious disease and the side affects of chemo and radiation therapy. Bananas are a unique fiber source and have long been used as part of the “BRAT” diet for the management of diarrhea. The dehydrated banana flakes...
On November 17th hospitals and nursing homes all over the world are sharing basic information about pressure injuries with the aim to decrease the instance of pressure injuries among patients and residents whether they receiving treatment in a hospital, at home or in a long term care facility. We know there are multiple causes of pressure injuries but there are also a few basic...
We were very pleased to present Monica Sathyamurthy, MS, RD, CDN with a $1,000 check for winning the “Sign Up for our Blog!” drawing. Monica is the Clinical Nutrition Manager at the Syracuse VA Medical Center, a 110 bed facility serving Upstate New York Veterans. Congratulations Monica!...
We are very pleased to announce Monica Sathyamurthy, MS, RD, CDN is the winner of our "Sign Up for our Blog!" $1,000 contest. Monica is the Clinical Nutrition Manager at the Syracuse VA Medical Center, a 110 bed facility serving Upstate New York Veterans. Monica is also the MOVE! Weight Management Program Coordinator. In addition to Monica’s professional responsibilities sh...
Recently a Dutch company held an exposition using a 3D printer to make attractive, wholesome foods for dysphagia patients. If you are not familiar with 3D printing, the process is capable of producing a wide variety of food types, including meat and vegetables, thanks to a clever system of interchangeable print heads. “Freeze dried vegetables and fruit retain their nutritiona...
