Dear Bob,
Balance Nutrition produced the Hearty Balance canned liquid supplement,
a dried soup mix, and a granola-type bar, all in the ratio of 7 parts
carbohydrate to 1 part protein. Ratios of 5:1 to 8:1 help many people to
avoid the protein interference with Sinemet absorption.
People who use levodopa and would like a substitute for Hearty Balance
canned liquid supplement could try making a drink for themselves. It's
not as convenient, but it works just as well.
8 oz Ensure (NOT Ensure Plus!)
1 cup sliced fruit -- fresh, frozen, or canned
2 TB sugar or honey
Place all in blender, blend till smooth. Makes 1 serving. Ratio 7:1
Best regards,
Kathrynne
robert l dolezal wrote:
>
> Dear Members: Today one of our chapter members called the I and E office
> asking about the apparent demise of a company named "elan pharma," a
> company that marketed food for Parkinson's disease. Apparently, the phone
> has been disconnected, and no products remain for shipment.
>
> The company's Hearty Balance line has been edndorsed by Dr. Abe Lieberman,
> whose portrait appears on the inside cover.
>
> This product discontinuance is no small matter for those who depend upon
> them for their daily survival.
>
> Does anyone know of any substitutes for the "elan pharma" Hearty Balance diet?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Bob Dolezal
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Kathrynne Holden, MS, RD
Medical nutrition therapy
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lemonade is made from artificial flavors and
furniture polish is made from real lemons." --Alfred E. Newman
