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Liquid Meals
The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
What is out there?
• Common types of liquid meals:– Ensure– Boost– Slim Fast– Carnation Instant
Breakfast– Red Bull
Ensure:
• Eight ounces contains:– 230 Calories
– 6 grams of Fat
– 9 grams of Protein
– 24 vitamins and minerals
Boost:
• One bottle contains:– 240 Calories
– 4 Grams fat
– 10 Grams protein
– Much of your daily value of 26 vitamins and minerals
Slim Fast:
• One bottle contains:– 190 Calories
– 9 Grams fat
– 20 Grams protein
– Much of your daily value of 24 vitamins and minerals
Carnation Instant Breakfast
• Made with milk• May be less expensive• 250 calories per
serving• 2.5 grams of fat
• 40 grams of carbohydrate
• 10 grams of protein• 5 grams of fiber• 400 mg of calcium
Brand Names Vs. Generic Brands
• Why do brand names cost more?– Advertising costs
• Both products contain similar ingredients
Differences in Prices:
• Boost: $6.97/ 6 pack• Ensure: $6.97/ 6 pack• Equate (Wal-mart
brand): $4.88/ 6 pack• Slim Fast: $6.47/ 12
cans
Drinks that give you energy?
• Red Bull: The latest energy drink.
• Mainly caffeine and calories.
Chewing vs. Liquid Meals:
• Chewing increases eating satisfaction and helps you feel full faster.
• Liquid meals mainly food supplements.
Summary:
• The most common types of liquid meals are Ensure, Boost, and Slim Fast.
• Don’t use liquid meals as meal replacements daily unless recommended by your doctor or dietitian.
• Use as a snack or drink with a meal for additional calories.
What Did You Learn?
• Which would be the best option for a meal on the go: Boost or a Red Bull?
• What do liquid meals provide that make them suitable for meal replacement?
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