The Abbott line of Ensure® Original nutrition shakes are more than just convenient snacks or meal replacements; they can be used with meals too. The ready-to-drink nutritional supplements offer nutrients for people who are at risk of malnutrition or experiencing involuntary weight loss. They are also used for people with a decreased appetite, when solid food cannot be eaten after dental work or surgery, and other medical issues.

Ensure® Original Nutrition Facts

According to nutrition information provided by Abbott, a single-serve bottle of Ensure Original is 8 fl. oz. and contains 9 grams of high-quality protein and 220 calories. The beverage has 27 essential vitamins and minerals, including antioxidants such as Vitamins C, E, and Selenium. It also offers 25% of the daily value of B vitamins, B12 and folate, to support brain health.

Carmichael’s locations carry Ensure Original nutrition shakes in a variety of flavors such as  milk chocolate, strawberry and vanilla. They are gluten-free  and suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance. Ensure products should not be consumed by people with galactosemia, which is a disorder that affects the body’s ability to convert a simple sugar called galactose to glucose.

Can Ensure be Bought Over the Counter?

Ensure contains no medications and does not require a prescription to purchase. However, you should consult your doctor or health care provider if you plan to use Ensure products as a meal replacement option or as supplemental nutrition. Carmichael’s has experienced, licensed pharmacists and technicians on staff who work closely with primary caregivers to provide patients with proper nutritional intake.

In addition to offering Ensure nutritional supplements, we have a large selection of oral products in different flavors available in our service area. Some of these products require a prescription. Contact a Carmichael’s representative to purchase Ensure® Original nutrition shakes or other oral nutritional supplements.  Certain products can be shipped directly to your residence from our in-house UPS station within one to three days.