Description
Hyperproteic food for special medical purposes, consisting of undenatured whey proteins with high biological value (DIF16WPI), indicated for the dietary management of subjects with skeletal muscle mass loss (sarcopenia) due to protein malnutrition, aging, and/or chronic diseases. Sarcopenia requires the intake of large quantities of protein; however, the conditions in which it occurs are accompanied by loss of appetite, difficulty in feeding, and/or malnutrition. Whey protein isolate is particularly appropriate in this context due to its high concentration (≥ 92.5%), high biological value of the proteins provided, and their digestibility, which optimize absorption, thus promoting increased protein intake in the diet. Undenatured proteins represent a concentrated source of bioavailable cysteine, a precursor and conditioning nutrient for glutathione synthesis, whose cellular concentration decreases in conditions of protein deficiency. Since glutathione is involved in protein synthesis, a greater intake of its precursor is particularly opportune in the dietary management of sarcopenia. PROther is indicated for oral and enteral nutrition with NGT and/or PEG for patients with chewing and swallowing problems.

Ingredients
DIF16WPI (isolated milk whey proteins min. 92.5% with high cysteine content 2.7%; emulsifier: soy lecithin).

Gluten-free.

Nutritional characteristics

Average values	per 100 g	per 20 g	per 40 g
Energy	364 kcal / 1,525 kJ	72.8 kcal/305 kJ	145.6 kcal/610 kJ
Fats of which saturated fatty acids	≤ 1 g <1 g	≤ 0.2 g <0.2 g	≤ 0.4 g
Carbohydrates of which sugars	<1.2 g <1.2 g	<0.24g <0.24 g	<0.48 g <0.48 g
Proteins	92.5 g	18.5 g	37 g
Salt	0.375 g	0.075 g	0.15 g
Calcium	500 mg	100 mg	200 mg
Potassium	500 mg	100 mg	200 mg
Sodium	150 mg	30 mg	60 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg	50 mg	100 mg

Directions for use
It is recommended to take 1 or 2 sachets per day. Given its solubility, enteral administration through NGT and/or PEG of 1-2 sachets of PROther diluted in 500-1,000 ml of water is permitted, according to the patient's water and protein needs, either alone or in combination with other foods suitable for enteral administration, as judged by the physician.
For oral administration, pour 1 or 2 sachets of PROther into a glass. Add 150-200 ml of water or any other beverage (milk, tea), provided it is cold or at room temperature. Stir briefly (without using a blender) and drink immediately.

Warnings
Use Prother under medical supervision. The product should not be used as the sole source of nutrition.
Keep out of reach of children under 3 years of age.

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. The minimum shelf life refers to the product in an intact and correctly stored package.
Shelf life in intact packaging: 36 months.

Format
Pack containing 15 sachets of 20 g.
Net weight: 300 g.