This approach to tube feeding has become more popular in recent years. Understanding the importance of whole foods to your overall health and wellness has gained momentum and popularity in recent years. The benefit to premixed commercial formulas on the market is the knowledge you are getting a specific amount of calories, protein and all of your needed micronutrients once you have received a certain volume of formula. However! That does not mean that when done correctly, you can't get all your needed nutrients by using real foods via your tube. Below are some great resources for both clinicians and patients alike to help guide you in your blenderizing experience.
Dietitians in Nutrition Support Podcast on Blenderized Tube Feeding:
Practical Gastroenterology article on Blenderized Tube Feeding:
https://med.virginia.edu/ginutrition/wp-content/uploads/sites/199/2018/06/June-18-Blenderized-EN.pdf
Today's Dietitian article on Blenderized Tube Feeding:
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