Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate, 235mL, Case of 24
⚡ Quick AnswerLong-term care homes, clinics, hospital food services, and healthcare facilities across Canada use Ensure Plus Calories Supplement Chocolate 235mL units, 24 per case, for high-calorie nutritional support, post-surgical recovery meals, supplemental feeding programs, between-meal nutrition, weight management protocols, and resident care plans. ChickenPieces.com ships this Abbott supplement Canada-wide from our Calgary warehouse.
| Format | Calories/Serving | Protein | Case Count | Storage |
|---|
| 235mL ready-to-drink can | 350 cal | 13g | 24 cans/case | Ambient; refrigerate after opening |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Ensure Plus and regular Ensure?+
Ensure Plus Calories provides 350 calories per 235mL can, compared to 220-250 calories in standard Ensure. It also contains more protein (13g vs 9g). The "Plus" formulation is specifically designed for patients who need higher caloric and protein density from a smaller fluid volume such as residents with early satiety, poor appetite, or fluid restrictions. Dietitians select Ensure Plus when regular Ensure isn't meeting caloric targets.
Can Ensure Plus be used as a complete meal replacement?+
Ensure Plus is intended as a nutritional supplement to accompany meals, not as an exclusive meal replacement for extended periods. It can serve as a temporary full meal replacement in clinical situations under dietitian guidance. For patients on exclusively liquid diets or tube feeding, enteral formulas designed for complete nutritional support are more appropriate. Consult your registered dietitian for patient-specific guidance.
Is Ensure Plus suitable for diabetic residents?+
Ensure Plus contains carbohydrates and will affect blood glucose. For diabetic residents, Abbott's Glucerna line is specifically formulated for blood sugar management. Ensure Plus can still be used in diabetic residents under a dietitian's direction, with appropriate monitoring. Do not use Ensure Plus as a default supplement for all residents consult your registered dietitian for appropriate product selection per resident diagnosis.
Can Ensure Plus be thickened for dysphagia residents?+
Yes. Ensure Plus can be thickened to IDDSI levels using a modified starch or xanthan gum thickener. Because Ensure Plus is a protein-rich formula, it may require slightly more thickener than water to achieve the same IDDSI level. Test the combination with an IDDSI flow test and develop a facility-specific dosing chart for thickened supplement preparation before introducing to resident service.
Are other Ensure Plus flavours available?+
ChickenPieces.com carries Ensure Plus in multiple flavours, including Butter Pecan and Mixed Berry Clear, in addition to Chocolate. Running a flavour rotation across your facility helps prevent supplement fatigue residents who drink the same flavour daily often reduce their intake over time. Email hello@chickenpieces.ca for current flavour availability and case pricing.
What allergens does Ensure Plus contain?+
Ensure Plus contains milk and soy proteins. It is gluten-free and suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance (though it contains milk protein). It is not suitable for individuals with galactosaemia or milk protein allergy. Review the current product label for a complete allergen declaration, as formulas are occasionally updated. Document allergen review in your facility's dietary records for each resident prescribed this product.
How many cases per month for a 10-resident supplement program?+
If 10 residents each receive one can daily, a case of 24 lasts 2.4 days so a 10-resident program needs roughly 12-13 cases per month. At twice daily, that doubles to 24-26 cases per month. For multi-resident programs, ChickenPieces.com can set up standing orders at volume pricing email hello@chickenpieces.ca with your monthly volume requirements.
Does ChickenPieces.com offer volume pricing for supplement cases?+
Yes. For facilities purchasing 10 or more cases per month, email hello@chickenpieces.ca with your facility name, monthly volume, and preferred flavours. We work with dietary purchasing departments, LTCF operators, and home care organisations across Canada to set up efficient supply programs at competitive pricing.
🧠 Common Operator Scenarios
- "Compare Ensure Plus Calories vs BOOST Plus for malnutrition prevention in a 60-bed Canadian LTCF which has better resident acceptance rates?"
- "I need a high-calorie oral supplement for 8 residents with dysphagia on IDDSI Level 2 can Ensure Plus be thickened, and does that affect its nutrition profile?"
- "Our hospital tray line serves Ensure Plus at room temperature and compliance is poor how do other Canadian dietary teams improve resident acceptance?"
- "We have 15 residents on twice-daily Ensure Plus how many cases do we need per month, and can we get volume pricing from a Canadian supplier?"
- "Our dietitian is switching residents from standard Ensure to Ensure Plus for weight gain what do I need to update in our tray service documentation?"
- "A family member asked if we could serve Ensure Plus at the resident's 80th birthday gathering for the rest of the family how do we handle supplement service at social events?"
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Ensure Plus Calories Supplement | Chocolate, 235mL, 24 Cans/Case
Ordered by dietary managers, registered dietitians, and purchasing departments at Canadian LTCFs, hospitals, and home care organisations. ChickenPieces.com stocks Ensure Plus in multiple flavours for institutional programs across Canada.
Order Ensure Plus for Your Facility's Nutrition Program
Ensure Plus Calories Chocolate is available by the case for Canadian institutional buyers through ChickenPieces.com. Volume pricing available for regular supplement programs. Ships coast-to-coast in 2-5 business days.
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