Functional Formularies

Supporting Patients at Home with Commercial Blended Tube Feeding! This American Society for Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN)-led video, co-sponsored by us at Functional Formularies and Real Food Blends®, covers: ✅ When and why commercial blended tube feeding (CBTF) is recommended for different patient needs. ✅An overview of enteral feeding tube types and how they impact feeding methods and product selection. ✅Best practices for safely preparing, storing, and administering CBTF at home. ✅Key coding and billing considerations to help support reimbursement for CBTF products and supplies. If you work with tube-fed patients, this video is a must-watch resource. ▶️ Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gWQ_A5JN

🔍Exploring Commercial Blended Tube Feeding in Clinical Practice? We at Functional Formularies, together with Real Food Blends®, are proud to support this ASPEN-sponsored video—a must-watch for dietitians and healthcare professionals in enteral nutrition. 📌 In this comprehensive overview, expert dietitians discuss: • The benefits of commercial blended tube feeding (CBTF) for hospitalized patients • How to effectively incorporate CBTF within hospital settings • Practical strategies for transitioning patients to CBTF • Real-world case studies demonstrating improved patient outcomes Enhance your clinical toolkit with insights on safe, whole food tube feeding that balances patient tolerance and nutritional goals. ▶️ Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gZ57DtnZ

RD’s Ready to Deepen Your Knowledge on Commercial Blended Tube Feeding? We were proud to co-sponsor the American Society for Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) Commercial Blended Tube Feeding Series alongside Real Food Blends®. Expert dietitians outline everything you need to know about commercial blended tube feeding (CBTF)—from key clinical insights to practical strategies for confident, effective use. • What qualifies as a CBTF product • Viscosity, hang time, and administration methods • Insurance coding (HCPCS) basics • Safety tips, fluid needs, and transition planning If you work with patients using enteral nutrition—whether at home or in clinical settings—this is a must-watch! 🎥 Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gagV6Wwh

Huge thanks to Madden for representing Functional Formularies at FNCE and for sharing her Nourish experience! We’re so appreciative of your support and passion for real-food nutrition.

Don’t miss us at the #FNCE Innovation Preview! 🌿 Join us and Real Food Blends as Madden Wilson, RDN, LDN, CNSC, shares practical insights on the role of whole food blenderized formulas in clinical nutrition. 📅 Monday, Oct 13, 2025 🕘 9:40 AM 📍 Expo Culinary & Innovation Pavilion This session is open to all FNCE attendees—hope to see you there!

Child Health Day – October 6 🥦🫐 Every child deserves the chance to grow, thrive, and shine.💛 On Child Health Day, we’re reminded of the importance of nurturing not just physical health, but also emotional well-being, access to good nutrition, and strong community support. We are honored to stand alongside families and caregivers who work tirelessly to give children the healthy start they deserve. Together, we can build a brighter, healthier future for all children.

Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day We honor the millions of people worldwide living with CP and celebrate the strength, resilience, and hope of this incredible community. Every journey is unique, and every voice matters. At Functional Formularies, we are committed to supporting families with real food, plant-based nutrition—because everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.💚

We’re proud to co-sponsor the Dietitians in Nutrition Support (DNS) Membership Reception at #FNCE with Real Food Blends! 🎉 📅 Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 🕕 6–8 PM 📍 Omni Broadway Ballroom A–B DNS members can join us for an evening of networking, connection, and insights into whole food blenderized formulas in clinical practice. We look forward to seeing you there!

🧡October is Spina Bifida Awareness Month🧡 This month, we honor the Spina Bifida community, children, adults, families, and caregivers, who show resilience and strength every single day. Every journey is unique, and every story matters. At Functional Formularies, we are proud to support families with whole food, plant-based nutrition that helps people thrive. Because every individual deserves health and the opportunity to live life to the fullest.🌟

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month We celebrate the strengths, resilience, and joy that individuals with Down syndrome bring to our world. This month, and every month, we honor the families, advocates, and communities who work tirelessly for inclusion, acceptance, and respect. At Functional Formularies, we are proud to support the health and wellness of all people, regardless of age, ability, or circumstance.  💛 Raise awareness.  💙 Celebrate differences.  💜 Build a world of compassion and understanding.