Why Functional Formularies (Liquid Hope and Nourish) Are Not The Same As Other Blenderized Enteral Formulas Posted on December 15, 2017 | by Functional Developer | Leave a Comment on Why Functional Formularies (Liquid Hope and Nourish) Are Not The Same As Other Blenderized Enteral Formulas It has been brought to our attention that some RDs (Registered Dietitians) and other health professionals consider Liquid Hope and Nourish to be very similar to Real Food Blends or Kate Farms products. They are telling patients that there is no difference between Functional Formularies products and the other products that fall into this “blenderized” bucket. When this information is passed on to you whether by an RD, Durable Medical Equipment Company or a salesperson, hopefully the following information will help you understand the differences as they are very different. We hope to make this fact clear, it is like comparing apples to oranges, or in this case garbanzo beans to orange juice. Continue reading →
5 Things All RDs Should Know Regarding Ileostomies and Nutrition Posted on December 6, 2017 | by Functional Developer | Leave a Comment on 5 Things All RDs Should Know Regarding Ileostomies and Nutrition Ileostomies are quite common in both short and long-term care. They are performed for a wide variety of reasons, but they often present very similar challenges to the overall health of the patient. Due to their impact on nutrient availability and the functional capacity of the GI as a whole, many patients experience high levels of gut wall-derived inflammation, hyperglycemia, dysbiosis, and micronutrient deficiencies. Continue reading →