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eeZeePaste NUT™ does not require any preparation, so it can be used in therapeutic feeding centers during the transition phase or at home. Just tear off the sachet in the indicated corner and eat (controlled opening). One sachet of 92g contains 500 kcal.
The consumption of eeZeePaste NUT™ must be accompanied by drinking water. To prevent dehydration, systematically propose water to children under the age of 2 and to sick children.
Always feed small, but many meals (6 meals per day in the initial phase of the rehabilitation) to avoid overloading of the intestine, liver or kidneys. Also secure that the total energy intake is not exceeding the recommended level to avoid heart failure. Avoid sudden changes in the daily energy intake.
| Weight (kg) | eeZeePaste NUT™ Sachets per day | Sachets per week |
| 3.0-5.0 | 2 | 14 |
| 5.0-10 | 4 | 28 |
| 10-20 | 5 | 40 |
| 20-40 | 7 | 50 |
| >40 | 8 | 56 |
Read more about eeZeePaste NUT™ ready to use therapeutic food.
Compact also manufactures another RUTF, BP-100™ RUTF.
