What are the nurtional shakes given in hospitals?

Nutritional shakes given in hospitals are often called "medical nutritional supplements" or "oral nutritional supplements."** They are designed to provide patients with the nutrients they need to recover from illness or surgery, or to maintain their health when they are unable to eat a regular diet.

Some of the most common nutritional shakes given in hospitals include:

* Boost: Boost is a nutritional shake that contains protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is available in a variety of flavors, including vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and banana.

* Ensure: Ensure is another nutritional shake that contains protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is also available in a variety of flavors, including vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and banana.

* Glucerna: Glucerna is a nutritional shake that is designed for people with diabetes. It contains a slow-release carbohydrate blend that helps to keep blood sugar levels stable. Glucerna is also available in a variety of flavors, including vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and banana.

* Jevity: Jevity is a nutritional shake that is designed for people who cannot tolerate oral feedings. It is a high-calorie, high-protein shake that contains vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Jevity is available in a variety of flavors, including vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and banana.

Nutritional shakes given in hospitals are typically administered through a feeding tube or by mouth. The type of nutritional shake that is given will depend on the patient's individual needs.

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