Description
Souvenaid by Nutricia is a Food for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP) formulated for the dietary management of early Alzheimer’s disease, including mild cognitive impairment. For oral consumption only and to be used under medical supervision. Use in addition to the normal diet; not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Not for intravenous use. Souvenaid is not a cure for Alzheimer’s disease.
Fortasyn Connect nutrient profile
- Key nutrients per daily serving (liquid 125 mL or prepared powder ~122 mL): DHA 1200 mg; EPA 300 mg; uridine 5′‑monophosphate (UMP) 625 mg; choline 400 mg; phospholipids 106 mg.
- Also includes B vitamins, antioxidants (vitamins C & E), and selenium. Liquid omega‑6:omega‑3 ratio ~0.16:1; approximate osmolarity ~490 mOsmol/L.
Formats, pack sizes and directions
Liquid (ready‑to‑drink)
- 125 mL bottle; flavors: Vanilla, Strawberry, Cappuccino.
- Direction: 1 bottle once daily. Shake well; best served chilled.
Powder
- 360 g tin (12 daily serves); prepared serving volume ~122 mL.
- Flavors: Vanilla & Banana; Lemon & Orange; Chocolate Hazelnut.
- Direction per serve: add 3 scoops to ~100 mL water, stir until mixed, consume immediately (best served chilled). One serve daily.
Nutrition per daily serving
Liquid (125 mL)
- Energy 125 kcal (521 kJ); Protein 3.3 g; Carbohydrate 15.4 g (sugars 8.0 g; lactose <0.03 g); Fat 5.4 g (sat 1.9 g; mono 1.2 g; poly 2.3 g); Fibre ~0.69 g.
- Minerals/electrolytes: Sodium 125 mg; Potassium 125 mg; Calcium 100 mg; Phosphorus ~88 mg; Magnesium 25 mg; Chloride ~145 mg.
- Vitamins: A 200 µg RE; D 1.0 µg; E 40 mg α‑TE; K ~7.7 µg; C 80 mg; B1 ~0.19 mg; B2 ~0.21 mg; Niacin 2.3 mg NE; B6 1.0 mg; B12 3.0 µg; Folic acid 400 µg; Pantothenic acid ~0.66 mg; Biotin 5 µg.
- Trace/other: Choline 400 mg; Iron 2.0 mg; Zinc 1.5 mg; Manganese ~0.41 mg; Copper ~0.23 mg; Iodine 20 µg; Molybdenum 12.5 µg; Selenium 60 µg; Chromium ~8.5 µg; Fluoride 0 mg.
Powder (prepared ~122 mL)
- Energy ~123 kcal (556 kJ); Protein ~3.3 g; Carbohydrate ~17.3 g (sugars ~9.4 g; lactose ~3.6 g); Fat ~5.5 g (sat ~1.8 g; mono ~1.2 g; poly ~2.3 g).
- Minerals/electrolytes: Sodium ~200 mg; Potassium ~247 mg; Calcium ~82 mg; Phosphorus ~153 mg; Magnesium ~26 mg; Chloride ~63 mg.
- Vitamins (approx.): A ~207 µg RE; D ~1.0 µg; E ~40 mg α‑TE; K ~7.9 µg; C ~482 mg; B1 ~0.19 mg; B2 ~0.22 mg; B3 ~2.3 mg; B6 ~1.0 mg; B12 ~3.0 µg; Folic acid ~400 µg; B5 ~0.67 mg; Biotin ~5.0 µg.
- Fortasyn actives per serve: DHA 1200 mg; EPA 300 mg; UMP 625 mg; Choline 400 mg; Phospholipids 106 mg.
Ingredients (examples)
- Liquid (Vanilla): water; maltodextrin; sugar; fish oil; milk proteins; flavoring; UMP (sodium salt); stabilizers; choline chloride; mineral salts; soy lecithin; acidity regulator; vitamins; trace minerals; color (curcumin).
- Powder (Vanilla & Banana): dried omega LCPUFAs (tuna fish oil) with antioxidants; glucose syrup; sodium caseinate (milk); whey protein (milk); dipotassium phosphate; emulsifier (471); anti‑caking agent (551); skim milk powder; maltodextrin; sugar; flavors (may contain soy); choline bitartrate; UMP; soy lecithin; added minerals and vitamins.
Dietary and allergen information
- Contains milk, fish, and soy (all formats/flavors).
- Liquid: free from gluten‑containing ingredients (<20 mg/kg); low lactose. Powder: contains lactose (~3.6 g/serve).
- People with diabetes can consume; monitor blood glucose with healthcare guidance.
- Not suitable for people with galactosaemia.
Precautions and suitability
- Must be used under medical supervision. For oral use only. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Not for intravenous use. Avoid if allergic to milk, fish, or soy.
Storage
- Liquid: store in a cool, dry place; once opened, refrigerate and use within 24 hours.
- Powder: store in a cool, dry place; reseal tightly after opening and use within two weeks; use before date on tin.
Glycaemic index and serving
- Liquid is low‑GI; measured GI ~50 (Strawberry and Vanilla). Recommended intake: one daily serving (liquid 125 mL or prepared powder ~122 mL).