Valens Myotein Plus Powder Sachet, 1.1g x 60s

Description

Valens Myotein® Plus 1g is a food for special medical purpose for use under medical supervision. It is an instantised, unflavoured, unsweetened, 100% high quality whey protein powdered supplement, for nutritional management of preterm infants with increased protein requirements so that they can receive the optimal protein level to meet their specific needs.

Suggested Use

Preterm infants protein requirement 3.5-4.5 g/kg/day – Please consult dietitian for actual dosing.

Ingredients

Serving size: 1 sachet (1.1g)

Ingredients: Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Hydrolysate

Halal Status

Halal Certified

Nutrition Information

Precaution and Warning

1. Not for parenteral use
2. Not to be used as a sole source of nutrition
3. Use as directed by dietitian or other medical practitioner

Storage

1. Store in a cool and dry place.
2. Each sachet is intended as a single dose and should be mixed with water when opened.
3. After mixing, consume immediately or covered, refrigerate and use within 24 hours.

Pack Size

1.1g x 60 sachets

FAQ

• Why is protein fortification important in optimising protein intake for preterm infants? 
  • Adequate protein is crucial to optimize growth and development (2)
  • Suboptimal intake of protein, energy, and other nutrients may lead to lower cognitive achievements (3)
  • Weight gain increases with increasing protein intake, whereas energy intake has little effect on weight gain (5)
  • Weight gain approximating that in utero can be achieved at approximately 3g/kg/day protein intake
  • Weight gain rates are linearly related to protein intakes up to 4.5g/kg/day (3)
  • Brain growth and later life cognitive function are directly related to protein intake during the neonatal period in preterm infants (4)
  • Early nutritional practices, specifically increased protein intake, during neonatal admission have been associated with beneficial long-term growth and neurodevelopment (1)

References

1. Tonkin EL et al. Protein Intake and Growth in Preterm Infants: A Systematic Review. Global Pediatric Health 2014: 1–20.
2. Fenton TR et al. Effect of Enteral Protein Amount on Growth and Health Outcomes in VLBW Preterm Infants: Phase II of the Pre-B Project and an Evidence Analysis Center Systematic Review. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 2021: 2287-2300.e12
3. C. Agostoni et al. Enteral Nutrient Supply for Preterm Infants: Commentary From the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition Committee on Nutrition. JPGN 2010;50: 85–91.
4. Hay WW et al. Protein for Preterm Infants: Pediatr Neonatol 2010;51(4):198−207.
5. Ziegler EE. Protein Requirements of Very Low Birth Weight Infants. Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition 2007; 45:S170–S174

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