Description
A high-protein 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 a high intake of protein; however, the conditions in which it occurs are accompanied by loss of appetite, feeding difficulties, 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 appropriate in the dietary management of sarcopenia. PROther is indicated for oral and enteral nutrition with NG tube and/or PEG for patients with chewing and swallowing difficulties.

Ingredients
DIF16WPI (whey protein isolate min. 92.5% with high cysteine content 2.7%; emulsifier: soy lecithin).

Gluten-free.

Nutritional characteristics

Average values	per 100 g	per 10 g	per 20 g
Energy	364 kcal / 1,525 kJ	36.4 kcal/152.5 kJ	72.8 kcal/305 kJ
Fats of which saturated fatty acids	≤ 1 g <1 g	≤ 0.1 g <0.1 g	≤ 0.2 g <0.2 g
Carbohydrates of which sugars	<1.2 g <1.2 g	<0.12 g <0.12 g	<0.24g <0.24 g
Proteins	92.5 g	9.25 g	18.5 g
Salt	0.375 g	0.0375 g	0.075 g
Calcium	500 mg	50 mg	100 mg
Potassium	500 mg	50 mg	100 mg
Sodium	150 mg	15 mg	30 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg	25 mg	50 mg

Directions for use
It is recommended to take 1 or 2 sachets per day. Given its solubility, enteral administration via NG tube and/or PEG of 1-2 sachets of PROther diluted in 500-1,000 ml of water is permitted, depending on the patient's fluid and protein needs, either alone or in combination with other foods suitable for enteral administration, according to medical judgment.
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 package and correctly stored.
Shelf life with intact packaging: 36 months.

Format
Pack containing 30 sachets of 10 g.
Net weight: 300 g.