How would you describe the taste of Nourish Peptide Berry Medley compared to Nourish Peptide? Nourish Peptide Berry Medley has a subtle sweet taste provided by the berries and cinnamon while Nourish Peptide is a savory green pea flavor. There is no added sugar in Nourish Peptide Berry Medley so the sweet flavor is not overly powerful as you may find with other formulas.
How many servings of fruits and vegetables are in one 12oz pouch of Nourish Peptide Berry Medley? There are 2 servings of fruits and vegetables in each 12 oz pouch. The addition of organic berries and our other plant-based ingredients make Nourish Peptide Berry Medley rich in antioxidants and polyphenols.
What are the benefits of organic pumpkin, apple cider vinegar and cinnamon? The presence of apple cider vinegar lowers the pH of the formula and can be very helpful in lowering the glycemic index. Slightly acidic foods offer better glycemic control and can also improve protein digestion and metabolism. Pumpkin is an exceptionally great source of carotenoids that can be used by the body as a form of vitamin A. Additionally, pumpkin is rich in potassium and vegetable fiber. This type of fiber is most beneficial to gut health. The formula was designed to provide both maximum nourishment and a high level of antioxidants. Cinnamon offers Berry Medley additional polyphenols that have significant antioxidant value and it tastes great when combined with the other ingredients.
I love berries! Why wouldn’t I switch to this versus keeping my loved one on Nourish Peptide? We love berries too but the Nourish Peptide Berry Medley may not be appropriate for all patients. You may want to use with caution or transition very slowly for patients with GI sensitive conditions such as severe or uncontrolled acid reflux and/or chronic diarrhea. Reflux: The acidic nature of berries may not be well tolerated. Rapid GI transit (diarrhea): While the product has no added sugar, berries naturally contain more sugar. The total sugar grams is slightly higher than Nourish Peptide (6g versus 13g).
Why did you add Stevia? Is that really natural? Stevia is a plant-based natural sweetener. A 12oz pouch of Nourish Peptide Berry Medley contains a very small amount in the product (stevia is the last ingredient by weight). For patients extremely sensitive to any sweeteners (natural or not), Nourish Peptide is available and does not contain Stevia.
Would Liquid Hope Peptide High Protein be appropriate for someone with diabetes? The macronutrient distribution in Liquid Hope Peptide High Protein is 24% protein, 25% carbohydrate and 51% fat which is lower in carbohydrate than most commercially available products. The combination of being lower in carbohydrates but also high in fiber, protein and fat may have a positive impact on glucose stability and control; however, we would recommend consulting with your medical team about the use for specific medical conditions.