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Malnutrition is a common problem amongst cancer patients1

20 to more than 70%
Cancer patients suffer from
cancer-related malnutrition1
10 - 20%
Malnitrition is a significant
contributing factor to death1
In 40%
The severity of malnutrition is
not well classified1

What is Cachexia?

Cachexia is a syndrome characterized by unintentional weight loss, progressive muscle wasting, and a loss of appetite. At least 50% of people with advanced cancer present with Cachexia. In addition to weight loss and muscle wasting, symptoms usually include a lower quality of life.2

Cancer Cachexia has multiple adverse outcomes in cancer patients

FortiCare

FortiCare is a nutritionally complete, high energy (1.6 kcal/ml), high protein (11.3g protein/125ml bottle), ready to drink, milkshake style nutritional supplement, containing omega-3 fatty acids and fibre for the dietary management of cachexia in oncology patients.

ADAPTED
COMPOSITION
High Energy
High protein
EPA Enriched
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ADAPTED
TASTE
Cappuccino
Peach Ginger
Orange Lemon
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ADAPTED
VOLUME
High nutritional value in a small volume (125ml) to improve compliance
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LOW GLYCEMIC
INDEX
Slow release carbohydrates and multi-fibre mixture that results in a low glycemic response
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Adapted Composition

Forticare

FortiCare composition is adapted to the nutritional needs of cancer patients:

Adapted Taste

Often, cancer patients may experience taste alterations.

FortiCare is formulated with flavors tasted and preferred by cancer patients.

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Adapted Volume

Forticare

Often, cancer patients are unable to consume large volumes.

They need a nutritional supplement that is small in volume with an easy dose regimen.

FortiCare is designed to have a high nutritional value in a small volume (125ml) to improve compliance

Cancer patients may have
hyperglycemia due to:

Diabetes
Stress induced hyperglycemia
Side effect of cortisol usage

Forticare contains slow release carbohydrates and multi-fibre mixture that results in a low glycemic response in cancer patients

Low Glycemic Index

An Oncology Adapted therapy for your patients

Forticare
Nutritional therapy with high protein, high energy & EPA combined with
Nutricia products in this material are food for special medical purpose (fsmp)
and must be used under medical supervision. For healthcare professional only.