Ensure Plus Chocolate: high-calorie nutritional support for Canadian healthcare
Quick Answer
Ensure Plus Calories Supplement, Chocolate, 235 mL cans, 24 per case, ships Canada-wide from Calgary in 2-5 business days. Long-term care homes, hospitals, and clinics use it for post-op recovery, supplemental feeding, between-meal nutrition, and weight gain protocols.
SLPs, RDs, and LTC kitchen managers across Canada order this one regularly. Each 235 mL can gives you 350 cal and 13 g of protein, ready to drink, no mixing, no prep. Hospitals run it for post-surgical recovery because it hits a known calorie and protein target every time, which is one less variable when you're trying to keep malnutrition readmissions down.
Ensure Plus Calories Supplement, Chocolate | 235 mL per can, 24 cans per case
Medical-grade, ready-to-drink oral nutritional supplement. Use it for clinical cases that need more calories, malnutrition management, or weight gain support. Composition stays consistent case to case, so dietitians can build the same care plan around it across a whole floor or facility.
Stocked at the ChickenPieces.com Calgary warehouse. Ships Canada-wide, all 10 provinces and 3 territories, in 2-5 business days.
Clinical note: For dysphagia residents, the protein content means you'll likely need slightly more thickener than you would for water or juice to hit the same IDDSI level. Run a flow test on the finished cup before you serve it, every time.
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Operator's Tip · Giselle, Canadian Products Specialist
"Hospital and LTC kitchens order this one for consistency, and we move serious volume on the dysphagia side. Stock stays steady even through seasonal swings, so high-need residents don't get caught short. Calgary ships hundreds of cases a year for these exact programs."
Most dietitians reach for this one because the calorie and protein numbers are predictable, and there's no prep. It slots into acute care, rehab, LTC, and post-op protocols without much fuss. If your facility needs other clinical nutrition products, browse the rest of our medical food range.
Quality and specifications
Ready-to-drink, no mixing. Each 235 mL can delivers 350 cal and 13 g of protein, which fits residents with elevated needs or fluid restrictions. Chocolate flavour helps with adherence, and that's half the battle when you're pushing calories on someone who isn't eating well.
Clinical and modified-texture applications
Use it for high-calorie support, post-op recovery, supplemental feeding for poor appetite, weight gain, and general resident nutrition. For dysphagia, thicken to the IDDSI level your SLP has ordered using the thickener brand your kitchen already runs.
Storage and handling
Unopened cans stay at room temperature, out of direct sunlight. Once opened, refrigerate right away and use within 24-48 hours. Check the case for the printed expiry date.
Canadian sourcing
Calgary warehouse, ships to all 10 provinces and 3 territories. Most orders land in 2-5 business days, so facilities don't sit around waiting on a case.
| Format / Size |
Prep / Usage Ratio |
Clinical Applications |
Certifications |
Storage |
| Ready-to-drink liquid |
Ready-to-drink as is; mixing for thickening varies by desired IDDSI level and thickener type. |
High-calorie nutritional support, Post-surgical recovery meals, Supplemental feeding programs, Between-meal nutrition, Weight management protocols, Resident care plans |
See product label. |
Store at ambient temperature. Refrigerate immediately after opening and consume within 24-48 hours. |
| Specification |
Detail |
| Format | 235 mL ready-to-drink can |
| Case Count | 24 cans/case |
| Calories/Serving | 350 cal |
| Protein/Serving | 13 g |
Dietary & Allergen Notes: Contains Carbohydrates Requires Dietitian Supervision for Diabetic Patients
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in ENSURE PLUS chocolate?
Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate provides 350 calories per 235mL can. This formulation is specifically designed to offer higher caloric density compared to standard nutritional supplements, making it suitable for patients requiring increased energy intake in a smaller fluid volume. This helps meet nutritional targets for individuals with poor appetite or fluid restrictions.
Who should not drink ENSURE PLUS?
Ensure Plus Calories Supplement contains carbohydrates and will affect blood glucose levels. For diabetic residents, Abbott's Glucerna line is specifically formulated for blood sugar management. While Ensure Plus can be used in diabetic residents, it must be under the direct supervision of a registered dietitian with appropriate blood glucose monitoring to ensure patient safety and optimal nutritional management. Always consult a healthcare professional for patient-specific dietary guidance.
How much is ensure plus calories?
Pricing information is not provided in this product description. For current bulk pricing and quantity discounts for healthcare facilities, please visit ChickenPieces.com directly or contact our dedicated sales team. Our representatives can assist with quotes for long-term care homes, hospitals, and other healthcare agencies across Canada.
What is the difference between ensure plus calories and ensure plus?
The primary difference between Ensure Plus Calories and standard Ensure is caloric and protein density. Ensure Plus Calories provides 350 calories per 235mL can, compared to approximately 220-250 calories in standard Ensure. It also contains more protein, with 13g versus 9g. The 'Plus' formulation is specifically utilized for patients who require higher caloric and protein intake from a reduced fluid volume, such as individuals with poor appetite or fluid restrictions.
What is the difference between ensure high protein and plus calories?
While the specific 'Ensure High Protein' product is not detailed in this description, Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate (this product) is primarily focused on providing a high caloric density of 350 calories per 235mL, alongside a substantial 13g of protein. Ensure High Protein products typically prioritize a higher protein concentration per serving, potentially with different caloric values, to support muscle synthesis and repair. Dietitians select products based on specific patient needs, balancing caloric, protein, and fluid requirements.
How to use Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate in a commercial kitchen?
In a commercial kitchen setting within a healthcare facility, Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate is utilized for various clinical applications. It serves as a readily available supplemental feeding option for between-meal nutrition, post-surgical recovery meals, and integrated into resident care plans for weight management protocols. It can also be thickened to appropriate IDDSI levels for dysphagia patients, ensuring safe consumption. Proper storage at ambient temperature until opening, then refrigeration, is crucial for maintaining product integrity.
How to store Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate for maximum shelf life?
To ensure maximum shelf life for Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate, units should be stored at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place until opened. Once a can is opened, it must be immediately refrigerated and consumed within 24-48 hours. Any unused portion after this timeframe should be discarded to maintain safety and nutritional quality. Always refer to the specific expiry dates printed on the packaging for unopened cases.
Can Ensure Plus Calories Chocolate be modified to meet specific IDDSI levels for dysphagia patients?
Yes, Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate can be thickened to various International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) levels using commercially available modified starch or xanthan gum thickeners. Due to its protein-rich formula, it may require slightly more thickener than typically used for water-based liquids to achieve the desired viscosity. Healthcare professionals must always perform an IDDSI flow test per IDDSI.org guidelines to accurately verify the consistency before serving to ensure patient safety.
What are the recommended mixing ratios for nectar, honey, and pudding consistencies when thickening Ensure Plus Chocolate?
Exact mixing ratios for achieving nectar, honey, or pudding consistencies with Ensure Plus Calories Chocolate are dependent on the specific thickener brand and type used. It is crucial to follow the thickener manufacturer's instructions as a starting point, then adjust gradually. Always perform an IDDSI flow test using the product and thickener combination to confirm the target IDDSI Level 1 (Slightly Thick), Level 2 (Mildly Thick), or Level 3 (Moderately Thick) before serving. Protein content in Ensure Plus can influence viscosity, so initial testing is vital.
How does thickened Ensure Plus Calories Chocolate maintain its texture stability over time after preparation?
The texture stability of thickened Ensure Plus Calories Chocolate over time is primarily influenced by the type of thickener utilized. Xanthan gum-based thickeners generally provide better stability, maintaining their viscosity for longer periods (e.g., 30-60 minutes) without significantly thinning. Starch-based thickeners, however, may be prone to enzymatic breakdown or syneresis, potentially leading to a decrease in viscosity over time, sometimes within 15-30 minutes. It is advisable to prepare thickened supplements closer to consumption time and to re-evaluate consistency with an IDDSI flow test if there are delays in serving, per Dietitians of Canada best practices.
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