Physicians’ Elemental Diet 1 unit (11306) and 4 units (11307)
PHYSICIANS’ ELEMENTAL DIET™
Physicians’ Elemental Diet is a medical food designed for the dietary management of moderate to severe impaired gastrointestinal (GI) function, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Physicians’ Elemental Diet is designed to maintain nutritional sustenance as the sole source of nutrition for patients under medical supervision.
WHAT IT DOES
A MEDICAL FOOD FOR THE DIETARY MANAGEMENT OF MODERATE TO SEVERE IMPAIRED GI FUNCTION
HOW IT WORKS
CLINICAL EVIDENCE OF ELEMENTAL DIETS
Published clinical studies have shown that elemental diets are effective for the nutritional management of patients with moderate to severe impaired GI function.1,2 In a clinical study of 93 patients with IBS and abnormal lactulose breath test scores, 80% of those who received an elemental diet had normalized test results with an associated improvement in clinical symptoms after 14 days.3 By 21 days, 85% of those patients saw improvement. Elemental diets can also be effective for managing IBD. In a controlled clinical study, 28 patients with active Crohn’s disease received an elemental diet for 4 weeks with no other food or medication. Clinical remission was achieved in 71% of patients.4
REDUCES THE WORK OF DIGESTION, ALLOWING THE GUT TO REST AND RECUPERATE
Physicians’ Elemental Diet contains a balanced blend of macronutrients fortified with essential micronutrients and electrolytes to assure comprehensive support as the sole source of nutritional intake for limited periods. All the ingredients are in their simplest form for easy digestion and the product was designed with a well-tolerated flavor to encourage patient commitment to the diet. This hypoallergenic formula contains no intact proteins, polypeptides, corn, gluten, soy, or dairy.
REFERENCES
- Ueno F et al. J Gastroenterol. 2013;48:31-72.
- Fisher RL. J Nutr. 1999;129:252S-5S.
- Pimentel M et al. Dig Dis Sci. 2004;49:73-7.
- Yamamoto T et al. Inflamm Bowel Dis. 2005;11:580-8.
Ingredients
** Daily Value (DV) not established
†Percent daily value is based on a 2000 calorie diet
Other Ingredients
dextrose, tapioca maltodextrin, medium chain triglycerides, natural flavor, l-glutamine, l-proline, l-aspartic acid, l-serine, potassium citrate, l-arginine hydrochloride, l-alanine, disodium phosphate, l-leucine, l-lysine hydrochloride, l-valine, l-glycine, calcium glycerophosphate, tricalcium phosphate, l-isoleucine, choline bitartrate, l-threonine, l-tyrosine, magnesium citrate, l-phenylalanine, l-methionine, l-histidine, magnesium glycerophosphate, l-cysteine hydrochloride, potassium chloride, l-tryptophan, sodium ascorbate, l-carnitine l-tartrate, sodium chloride, d-alpha tocopheryl acetate, ferrous gluconate, l-taurine, zinc sulfate, calcium d-pantothenate, beta carotene, niacinamide, sodium selenite, manganese citrate, phytonadione, pyridoxal-5’-phosphate, cholecalciferol, riboflavin5’-phosphate, thiamine hydrochloride, copper sulfate, Quatrefolic® ((6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate glucosamine salt), d-biotin, sodium molybdate, potassium iodide, methylcobalamin
Physicians’ Elemental Diet™ Does Not Contain
- Lactose
- Fructose
- Sucrose
- Yeast – Derived Ingredient
- Gluten
- Corn
- Soy
- Dairy Products
- Artificial Colors
- Artificial Flavors
- Wheat
- Preservatives
- sorbitol
- Mannitol
- Xylitol
Other Details
Quatrefolic® is a registered trademark of Gnosis S.p.A. U.S. Patent No. 7,947,662.
UPC: 00871791113077
Directions
Physicians’ Elemental Diet™ Directions and/or Dosage
Thoroughly mix each heaping scoopful (36 g) in 4-8 oz. (118 – 236 mL) chilled or room temperature water. Additional water may be added to the mixture or consumed separately as desired. Consume the mixture slowly over a period of 15 to 60 minutes or more, dependent upon individual comfort. Once mixed, any product that is not consumed after 60 minutes should be refrigerated for a maximum of 24 hours, then shaken or stirred prior to consumption. After opening, store remaining powder in a dry place at room temperature.
Warning
MEDICAL FOOD INTENDED FOR USE UNDER MEDICAL SUPERVISION
Not intended for use in children.
Physicians’ Elemental Diet™ is a 100% free form amino acid-based powdered elemental formula intended for distinctive nutritional requirements. Physicians’ Elemental Diet formula provides 150 calories per serving, consisting of 67% carbohydrate, 24% fat and amino acids equivalent to 9% protein.
Keep out of reach of children.
FAQs
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A. Physicians’ Elemental Diet is designed to maintain nutritional sustenance as a sole source of nutrition for up to four weeks. Typical use is 2-3 weeks in duration. Physicians’ Elemental Diet can also be used in certain applications for just a few days. Longer use (beyond 4 weeks) of Physicians’ Elemental Diet may be used in “half-elemental diet” scenarios, in which 50% or less of calories come from the elemental formula, and the remainder from food sources.
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A. Yes, Physicians’ Elemental Diet is strictly hypoallergenic and does not contain yeast, wheat, gluten, dairy products, fructose, sucrose, lactose, disaccharides, sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol, artificial colors, flavors, soybean oil, soy lecithin, or preservatives.
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A. Physicians’ Elemental Diet is designed to be used according to an individual’s caloric needs.
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A. Physicians’ Elemental Diet is designed to be mixed with water. Other liquids may contain intact proteins and/ or carbohydrates, thus changing the careful balance of macronutrients.
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A. Physicians’ Elemental Diet is not designed nor tested in enteral tube feeding settings.
