Description

Ensure Compact Nutrition Shake is a ready-to-drink oral nutritional supplement from Abbott Nutrition, formulated for adults who have, or are at risk of, disease-related malnutrition. This 125 mL vanilla formulation provides a high level of nutrition in a small volume, which can be useful for people with poor appetite, reduced volume tolerance, or fluid restriction. It is classified as a Food for Special Medical Purposes and should be used under medical supervision.

Each 125 mL bottle delivers 300 kcal, including 12.8 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat, and 36.0 g of carbohydrate, with 7.8 g of sugars and no fibre. The formulation also provides calcium and 28 vitamins and minerals to support daily nutritional intake. It may be used as a sole source of nutrition or as a supplement with or between meals. When used as a supplement, the recommended intake is 1 to 2 bottles per day under healthcare guidance.

Nutritional profile

The energy density is 2.4 kcal per mL, allowing substantial nutrition in a compact serving size. High-quality protein and vitamin D support muscle strength, while calcium contributes to bone health. Antioxidants are included for immune support.

Dietary and formulation features

This vanilla formulation is fibre-free, low lactose, gluten free, and low FODMAP based on ingredients. It contains milk and soy. The ingredient blend includes water, hydrolysed corn starch, milk protein concentrate, vegetable oils, sucrose, hydrolysed sodium caseinate, minerals, emulsifier, flavouring, vitamins, and stabilisers.

Suitable use cases

Ensure Compact may be considered during recovery from surgery, injury, or illness, or when meeting nutritional requirements through regular food and drink is difficult. Its small bottle size can help support intake where larger-volume drinks are not well tolerated.