Author Question: Explain the reasoning behind using the lower kcal fiber tube feeding instead of the 2 ... (Read 51 times)

Cooldude101 · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

Explain the reasoning behind using the lower kcal fiber tube feeding instead of the 2 kcals/cc.

Question 2

How would you address Mr. F's willingness to take supplements recommended by a person without professional training in nutrition or medicine?

Beatricemm · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

The lower kcal feeding with fiber is less concentrated with 1.06 kcals/cc vs 2 kcals/cc, less protein with 36.6 g/L vs 83.7 g/L, has fiber (14.4 g/L), and has more free water.

Answer to Question 2

I would inform Mr. F about the laws, or lack of laws, regulating supplements and would point out some of the dangers of taking the wrong supplements, using aspirin, garlic, and vitamin E as an example. I would further explain the training of a dietitian and encourage him to seek professional advice.