If glutathione levels arent precisely maintained in mitochondria, all systems fail
[DOI] [PMC free article] [PubMed] [Google Scholar] 70.Kordi N, Saydi A, Karami S, Bagherzadeh-Rahmani B, Marzetti E, Jung F, et al
Collagen: Collagen is a vital protein that helps maintain skin's elasticity and firmness
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Proteins help cellular regeneration of skin, replacing the old, dark and damaged skin
Used when: Oral intake is inadequate The gut is functional ASPEN Golden Rule: If the gut works, use it or loose it . Core Components of EN Formulas All EN formulas contain: Protein (intact, peptides, or amino acids) Carbohydrates Fat Water Electrolytes Vitamins & Trace Elements What really differentiates formulas: Protein form Fat composition Osmolality Fiber content Disease-specific modifications Classification of EN Formulas (ASPEN-Based) Intact protein Require normal digestion & absorption Used in: Normal GI function Most hospitalized patients Examples: Ensure | Jevity | Osmolite - (-) Protein as peptides Often enriched with MCTs Easier absorption Used in: Mildmoderate malabsorption Pancreatitis Partial short bowel syndrome Feeding intolerance Examples: Peptamen | Vital | Monogen Free amino acids Minimal fat High osmolality Used in: Severe malabsorption Severe short bowel syndrome Refractory intolerance Example: Vivonex To view or add a comment, sign in One major nutraceutical trend: Targeted nutrition
