Condition-Specific Oral Nutrition Supplements

The Role of Condition-Specific Oral Nutrition Supplements in Patient Care

Patients requiring oral nutrition supplements are unable to get enough nutrients from their diets alone. Many conditions such as renal (kidney) disease, cancer, diabetes and certain gastrointestinal (GI) disorders have distinct nutrient needs that require something more than a standard oral nutrition supplement.

Condition-specific oral nutrition supplements help meet the needs of patients with certain chronic or acute conditions. A patient with diabetes, for example, may need a higher-protein, lower-sugar formula, whereas a patient with kidney disease should have something formulated with protein and the right mix of electrolytes. A patient with cancer may need to avoid certain vitamins and minerals known to have a metallic aftertaste, while other disease-specific oral nutrition supplements may have additional fiber or prebiotics to support gut health.

Condition-specific oral nutrition supplements not only help patients meet their distinct nutritional needs and aid in healing and recovery, but they may be a cost-effective strategy to reduce overall healthcare costs.¹ Using a condition-specific oral nutrition supplement in patient care has been shown to hasten healing of pressure ulcers, a common affliction of hospitalized patients particularly if they are malnourished.²

When a standard oral nutrition supplement isn’t enough for your patient, Nestlé Health Science has a number of condition-specific formulas for adults and children that healthcare professionals can trust. Backed by science to provide the best solution for you and your patient.