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Polycal

A powdered, carbohydrate energy source designed
for patients with disease related malnutrition and conditions requiring
a high energy, fluid restricted diet. A medical food containing
maltodextrin.
- Concentrated carbohydrate energy source – 1 scoop (5
g) provides 20 kcal
- Easily digestible maltodextrin
- Completely soluble in foods and drinks
- Neutral taste – does not alter the taste of foods and
drinks
- Gluten-, lactose-, sucrose-, fructose-, galactose-free
- Handy tips and recipes available upon request
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- Disease-related malnutrition
- Conditions where a high energy, fluid restricted, low
electrolytes diet is indicated
- Renal failure
- Liver disease
- Metabolic disorders
- Modular diets
- Suitable for oral and tube feedings
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Directions
for Preparation and Use
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Use under medical supervision. Not
suitable as the sole source of nutrition. Not for parenteral
use.
Polycal dissolves readily and has a neutral taste making it
ideal to be added to both sweet and savory foods or drinks
without significantly altering flavor or texture. It
is also suitable for use in cooking.
Mix
Polycal:
- Beverages: sprinkle the required amount of powder
onto the beverage and stir well.
- Foods: for best results, mix powder with sufficient
liquid to form a smooth paste before stirring into hot
or cold food.
Household
Measurement |
Weight |
Calories |
| 1
Scoop |
5 |
20 |
| 1
Tablespoon |
7.5 |
29 |
| 1/4
Cup |
32 |
123 |
| 1/2
Cup |
62 |
238 |
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| Nutrients |
Per
100 g |
| Calories |
384 |
| Protein
Equivalent, g |
0 |
| Fat,
g |
0 |
| Carbohydrate,
g |
96 |
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| Minerals |
Per
100 g |
| Sodium,
mg |
2 |
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