Parameter |
Control Diet |
Experimental Diet |
Caloric Distribution
% Protein
% Fat
% Carbohydrate |
16.7
55.2
28.1 |
16.7
55.2
28.1 |
Nutrient Sources
Protein
Fat |
Sodium & calcium caseinates
Corn oil |
Sodium & calcium caseinates
Canola oil, MCT, borage oil, fish oil |
| Carbohydrate Sources |
Hydrolyzed cornstarch, Sucrose |
Hydrolyzed cornstarch, Sucrose |
| Other Specific Nutrients |
Ultra‑trace minerals, High vitamin E, High vitamin C and β‑carotene, Carnitine, Taurine |
Ultra‑trace minerals, High vitamin E, High vitamin C and β‑carotene, Carnitine, Taurine |
| Kilocalories/milliliter |
1.5 |
1.5 |
| Osmolality (mOSm/kg H2O) |
465 |
465 |
| Calorie-to-Nitrogen ratio |
150:1 |
150:1 |
| mL/day to meet RDA* |
947 |
947 |
| Form |
Ready to feed liquid |
Ready to feed liquid |
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Both the control and experimental groups were matched with regard to percentage of protein, fat and carbohydrate in their respective diets as well as feed concentration
(Kcal/ml), osmolality, and calore-to-nitrogen ratio.
* RDA: Recommended Daily Allowance. |
