Proteins are specialized substances, made up of amino acids, whose functions cannot be performed by other types of nutrients in our body. Protein functions In order to meet protein demands, it is necessary that protein intake meets two requirementsprotein intake must meet two requirements: How much protein do we need? The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) […]
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Patients with pressure ulcers often have trouble meeting their nutritional needs with normal food intake. Providing an oral nutritional supplement (ONS) in addition to regular food intake is a logical way to replenish the shortage of macro- and micronutrients to preserve skin tissue, strengthen its resistance and promote tissue repair. Of special interest are medical
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Nutritional support is a critical aspect of the management of patients with severe burns. More than any other injury, the inflammation and catabolism associated with a burn can exacerbate nutrient deficiencies. This predisposes patients to impaired immune function, increased risk of developing infectious complications, organ failure and ultimately death.(1). Effect of severe burns on the
Role of Protein and Glutamine in the nutritional treatment of severe burns. Read More »
Although few studies have been conducted with GLN in severely injured burn patients, existing randomized trials have shown (repeatedly) that its supplementation in patients in this condition has beneficial effects, reducing mortality and infectious complications (mainly major negative infections). Clinical studies In a small trial (45 people) but of good methodological quality, it was shown
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Protein-calorie malnutrition is a form of malnutrition that arises as a result of insufficient intake of protein and/or energy (calories). This condition is usually secondary to debilitating diseases such as advanced cancer, AIDS. Protein-caloric malnutrition in cancer Cancer patients are at particularly high risk of malnutrition as a result of the disease itself and its
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