Meal Substitutes: Nutritional Efficacy, Metabolic Impact, and Clinical Applications
1. Introduction A meal substitute, clinically referred to as a meal replacement product, is a specifically formulated nutritional supplement designed to safely and effectively replace one or more of a patient’s daily meals. Unlike generic protein shakes or snack bars, medical-grade meal substitutes are scientifically engineered to provide a controlled, comprehensive profile of macronutrients and … Read more