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BOOST® Kid Essentials™ 1.0

BOOST® Kid Essentials™ 1.0

Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0 is a balanced Nutritional Drink (1.0 kcal/mL) specially designed for children ages 1-13. Each serving provides 7 grams of protein and 25 essential vitamins and minerals to help promote healthy growth. Rich in calcium and vitamin D to help build strong bones. Contains no artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners. Can be used for tube feeding or oral supplementation.

  • Specially designed formula for children providing 240 calories per serving with a kid approved taste
  • 25 essential vitamins and minerals to help promote healthy growth
  • 7 grams of protein per serving
  • Contains CalciLock®* a blend of essential nutrients to support healthy bone development
  • Contains antioxidants, including vitamins C and E and selenium
  • Contains vitamins C, D, B12 & zinc, key nutrients for immune support
  • No artificial flavors, colors or sweeteners
  • Can be used for tube feeding or oral supplementation
Letter of Medical Necessity

Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0 Vanilla Vortex
kcal/mL 1.0
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 12%
Carbohydrate 54%
Fat 34%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 7
Calcium (mEq) 16
Potassium (mEq) 9
Chloride (mEq) 7
NPC:N Ratio 187:1
MCT:LCT Ratio
n6:n3 Ratio 6:1
Free Water (%) 85
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g)
Source of Oil Canola
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 475
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Inadequate Oral Intake
  • Increased Energy Needs
  • Malnutrition
  • Nutritionally appropriate for ages 1 year and older
  • Weight Maintenance

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

  • Milk Protein Concentrate
  • Canola Oil
  • Brown Rice Syrup
  • Sugar
Water, Brown Rice Syrup, Canola Oil, Milk Protein Concentrate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend*, Cellulose Gel and Gum, Salt, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan

*Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Bitartrate, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Taurine, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin K1, Vitamin B12

By Nature:
Milk

DRI Coverage

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 1 - 8 years old, 1000 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 1500 mL

Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0, Vanilla Vortex, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4160
NDC-Format Number 43900-0335-11
Case UPC 00043900889344
Each UPC 00043900335117
Product Code 4390088934
Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0 Strawberry Splash
kcal/mL 1.0
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 12%
Carbohydrate 54%
Fat 34%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 7
Calcium (mEq) 16
Potassium (mEq) 9
Chloride (mEq) 7
NPC:N Ratio 187:1
MCT:LCT Ratio
n6:n3 Ratio 6:1
Free Water (%) 85
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g)
Source of Oil Canola
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 475
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Inadequate Oral Intake
  • Increased Energy Needs
  • Malnutrition
  • Nutritionally appropriate for ages 1 year and older
  • Weight Maintenance

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

  • Milk Protein Concentrate
  • Canola Oil
  • Brown Rice Syrup
  • Sugar
Water, Brown Rice Syrup, Canola Oil, Milk Protein Concentrate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend*, Cellulose Gel and Gum, Salt, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan

*Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Bitartrate, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Taurine, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin K1, Vitamin B12

By Nature:
Milk

DRI Coverage

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 1 - 8 years old, 1000 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 1500 mL

Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0, Strawberry Splash, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4160
NDC-Format Number 43900-0335-30
Case UPC 00043900285740
Each UPC 00043900335308
Product Code 4390028574
Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0 Chocolate Craze
kcal/mL 1.0
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 12%
Carbohydrate 54%
Fat 34%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 7
Calcium (mEq) 16
Potassium (mEq) 9
Chloride (mEq) 6
NPC:N Ratio 187:1
MCT:LCT Ratio
n6:n3 Ratio 6:1
Free Water (%) 85
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g)
Source of Oil Canola
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 450
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Inadequate Oral Intake
  • Increased Energy Needs
  • Malnutrition
  • Nutritionally appropriate for ages 1 year and older
  • Weight Maintenance

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

  • Milk Protein Concentrate
  • Canola Oil
  • Brown Rice Syrup
  • Sugar
Water, Brown Rice Syrup, Canola Oil, Milk Protein Concentrate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend*, Salt, Cellulose Gel and Gum, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan

*Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Bitartrate, Magnesium Phosphate, Sodium Ascorbate, Taurine, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Riboflavin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12

By Nature:
Milk

DRI Coverage

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 1 - 8 years old, 1000 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 1500 mL

Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0, Chocolate Craze, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4160
NDC-Format Number 43900-0335-20
Case UPC 00043900913599
Each UPC 00043900335209
Product Code 4390091359

Protein Source

  • Milk Protein Concentrate

Fat Source

  • Canola Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Brown Rice Syrup
  • Sugar
  • Inadequate Oral Intake
  • Increased Energy Needs
  • Malnutrition
  • Nutritionally appropriate for ages 1 year and older
  • Weight Maintenance

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

Water, Brown Rice Syrup, Canola Oil, Milk Protein Concentrate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend*, Cellulose Gel and Gum, Salt, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan

*Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Bitartrate, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Taurine, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin K1, Vitamin B12

By Nature: Milk

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 1 - 8 years old, 1000 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 1500 mL

Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0, Vanilla Vortex, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4160
NDC-Format Number 43900-0335-11
Case UPC 00043900889344
Each UPC 00043900335117
Product Code 4390088934

Protein Source

  • Milk Protein Concentrate

Fat Source

  • Canola Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Brown Rice Syrup
  • Sugar
  • Inadequate Oral Intake
  • Increased Energy Needs
  • Malnutrition
  • Nutritionally appropriate for ages 1 year and older
  • Weight Maintenance

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

Water, Brown Rice Syrup, Canola Oil, Milk Protein Concentrate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend*, Cellulose Gel and Gum, Salt, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan

*Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Bitartrate, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Taurine, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin K1, Vitamin B12

By Nature: Milk

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 1 - 8 years old, 1000 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 1500 mL

Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0, Strawberry Splash, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4160
NDC-Format Number 43900-0335-30
Case UPC 00043900285740
Each UPC 00043900335308
Product Code 4390028574

Protein Source

  • Milk Protein Concentrate

Fat Source

  • Canola Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Brown Rice Syrup
  • Sugar
  • Inadequate Oral Intake
  • Increased Energy Needs
  • Malnutrition
  • Nutritionally appropriate for ages 1 year and older
  • Weight Maintenance

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

Water, Brown Rice Syrup, Canola Oil, Milk Protein Concentrate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend*, Salt, Cellulose Gel and Gum, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan

*Vitamin, Mineral and Nutrient Blend: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Bitartrate, Magnesium Phosphate, Sodium Ascorbate, Taurine, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Riboflavin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12

By Nature: Milk

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 1 - 8 years old, 1000 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 1500 mL

Boost® Kid Essentials™ 1.0, Chocolate Craze, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4160
NDC-Format Number 43900-0335-20
Case UPC 00043900913599
Each UPC 00043900335209
Product Code 4390091359

Notes & Disclaimers for Key Benefits (Healthcare Professionals)

  • CalciLock® is a combination of essential nutrients to help build and/or maintain strong bones. This nutrient blend includes calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and vitamins D, C and K and is designed to support bone health.