Macronutrients
Macronutrients are the three nutrients the body needs in large amounts, protein, carbohydrate and fat. Products in this group are nutrition supplements that supply them in measured form, usually as powders or drinks.
What You Will Find Here
- Nutritional milk powders and meal replacement drinks
- Protein supplements
- High energy formulas for recovery and poor appetite
- Specialised nutrition for diabetes or kidney needs
Who They Suit
- People eating poorly during or after illness
- Older adults losing weight or muscle
- Those needing extra calories under medical direction
Precautions
These products supplement food rather than replacing meals, unless a dietitian has said otherwise. Protein loads need care in kidney disease, and many nutritional drinks affect blood sugar, so people with diabetes should check the label or ask a pharmacist. Unexplained weight loss or a persistently poor appetite needs a medical assessment rather than a supplement alone.
This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.
