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BOOST® Very High Calorie
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BOOST® Very High Calorie

Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink is the highest calorie Boost® drink with 530 nutrient-rich calories per 8 fl oz serving. This nutrient-packed drink combines high calories with 22 g high-quality protein to help gain or maintain weight, plus 26 vitamins and minerals. Enjoy as a high calorie, high protein snack or with a meal to help meet daily nutritional needs.

  • The highest calorie Boost® Nutritional Drink providing 2.24 kcal/mL with 530 calories per 8 fl oz serving
  • Combines high calories with 22 g high-quality protein to help gain or maintain weight
  • 26 vitamins and minerals including calcium and vitamin D to support strong bones
  • Vitamins C and D, zinc, iron and selenium, key nutrients for immune support
  • Suitable as a high calorie, high protein snack or with a meal
Letter of Medical Necessity

Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink Very Vanilla
kcal/mL 2.24
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 17%
Carbohydrate 39%
Fat 44%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 12
Calcium (mEq) 13
Potassium (mEq) 11
Chloride (mEq) 8
NPC:N Ratio 126:1
MCT:LCT Ratio
n6:n3 Ratio 2.5:1
Free Water (%) 67
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g)
Source of Oil Canola
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 950
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Inadequate oral intake
  • Increased energy needs
  • Weight gain or maintenance
  • Fluid restriction
  • Volume sensitivity
  • Malnutrition
  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher
  • Fluid Restricted

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

  • Acid Casein (from Milk)
  • Soy Protein Isolate
  • Canola Oil
  • Glucose Syrup
  • Sugar
Water, Glucose Syrup, Canola Oil, Acid Casein (from Milk), Soy Protein Isolate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamins and Minerals*, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Citric Acid, Taurine, Carrageenan

*Vitamins and Minerals: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Chromium Chloride, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin B12

By Nature:
Milk, Soy

DRI Coverage

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 6 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 237 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 17 key vitamins and minerals: Adult (+14 years old), 474 mL

Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Very Vanilla, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4152
NDC-Format Number 43900-0182-15
Case UPC 00043900894348
Each UPC 00043900182155
Product Code 4390089434
Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink Creamy Strawberry
kcal/mL 2.24
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 17%
Carbohydrate 39%
Fat 44%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 12
Calcium (mEq) 13
Potassium (mEq) 11
Chloride (mEq) 8
NPC:N Ratio 126:1
MCT:LCT Ratio
n6:n3 Ratio 2.5:1
Free Water (%) 67
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g)
Source of Oil Canola
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 930
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Inadequate oral intake
  • Increased energy needs
  • Weight gain or maintenance
  • Fluid restriction
  • Volume sensitivity
  • Malnutrition
  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher
  • Fluid Restricted

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

  • Acid Casein (from Milk)
  • Soy Protein Isolate
  • Canola Oil
  • Glucose Syrup
  • Sugar
Water, Glucose Syrup, Canola Oil, Acid Casein (from Milk), Soy Protein Isolate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamins and Minerals*, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Taurine, Carrageenan

*Vitamins and Minerals: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Chromium Chloride, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin B12

By Nature:
Milk, Soy

Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Creamy Strawberry, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4152
NDC-Format Number 43900-0839-68
Case UPC 00043900661452
Each UPC 00043900839684
Product Code 4390066145
Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink Chocolate
kcal/mL 2.24
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 17%
Carbohydrate 39%
Fat 44%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 13
Calcium (mEq) 13
Potassium (mEq) 12
Chloride (mEq) 5
NPC:N Ratio 126:1
MCT:LCT Ratio
n6:n3 Ratio 2.5:1
Free Water (%) 60
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g)
Source of Oil Canola
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 890
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Inadequate oral intake
  • Increased energy needs
  • Weight gain or maintenance
  • Fluid restriction
  • Volume sensitivity
  • Malnutrition
  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher
  • Fluid Restricted

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

  • Acid Casein (from Milk)
  • Soy Protein Isolate
  • Canola Oil
  • Glucose Syrup
  • Sugar
Water, Glucose Syrup, Canola Oil, Acid Casein (from Milk), Soy Protein Isolate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamins and Minerals*, Soy Lecithin, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Salt, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Taurine, Carrageenan

*Vitamins and Minerals: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Chromium Chloride, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin B12

By Nature:
Milk, Soy

Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Chocolate, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4152
NDC-Format Number 43900-0344-70
Case UPC 00043900906584
Each UPC 00043900344706
Product Code 4390090658

Protein Source

  • Acid Casein (from Milk)
  • Soy Protein Isolate

Fat Source

  • Canola Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Glucose Syrup
  • Sugar
  • Inadequate oral intake
  • Increased energy needs
  • Weight gain or maintenance
  • Fluid restriction
  • Volume sensitivity
  • Malnutrition
  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher
  • Fluid Restricted

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

Water, Glucose Syrup, Canola Oil, Acid Casein (from Milk), Soy Protein Isolate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamins and Minerals*, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Citric Acid, Taurine, Carrageenan

*Vitamins and Minerals: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Chromium Chloride, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin B12

By Nature: Milk, Soy

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 6 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 237 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 17 key vitamins and minerals: Adult (+14 years old), 474 mL

Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Very Vanilla, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4152
NDC-Format Number 43900-0182-15
Case UPC 00043900894348
Each UPC 00043900182155
Product Code 4390089434

Protein Source

  • Acid Casein (from Milk)
  • Soy Protein Isolate

Fat Source

  • Canola Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Glucose Syrup
  • Sugar
  • Inadequate oral intake
  • Increased energy needs
  • Weight gain or maintenance
  • Fluid restriction
  • Volume sensitivity
  • Malnutrition
  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher
  • Fluid Restricted

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

Water, Glucose Syrup, Canola Oil, Acid Casein (from Milk), Soy Protein Isolate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamins and Minerals*, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Taurine, Carrageenan

*Vitamins and Minerals: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Chromium Chloride, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin B12

By Nature: Milk, Soy

Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Creamy Strawberry, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4152
NDC-Format Number 43900-0839-68
Case UPC 00043900661452
Each UPC 00043900839684
Product Code 4390066145

Protein Source

  • Acid Casein (from Milk)
  • Soy Protein Isolate

Fat Source

  • Canola Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Glucose Syrup
  • Sugar
  • Inadequate oral intake
  • Increased energy needs
  • Weight gain or maintenance
  • Fluid restriction
  • Volume sensitivity
  • Malnutrition
  • Suitable for Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher
  • Fluid Restricted

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia

Water, Glucose Syrup, Canola Oil, Acid Casein (from Milk), Soy Protein Isolate, and less than 2% of Sugar, Vitamins and Minerals*, Soy Lecithin, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Salt, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Taurine, Carrageenan

*Vitamins and Minerals: Potassium Citrate, Calcium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Chromium Chloride, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin B12

By Nature: Milk, Soy

Boost® Very High Calorie Nutritional Drink, Chocolate, 24 x 237 mL
HCPCS Code B4152
NDC-Format Number 43900-0344-70
Case UPC 00043900906584
Each UPC 00043900344706
Product Code 4390090658