Nutritional Support Therapies

Nutritional support therapies involve providing essential nutrients—such as calories, vitamins, minerals, and proteins—when a person’s ability to eat normally is impaired due to illness, surgery, or other conditions. This can be delivered through the digestive tract via feeding tubes or, if necessary, directly into the bloodstream through intravenous (IV) methods. The goal is to maintain or improve health, support recovery, and prevent malnutrition. These therapies are carefully planned by healthcare providers to meet individual nutritional needs, ensuring the body functions optimally during illness or recovery.