CADBURY CARAMILK MINI BARS

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Cadbury Caramilk Mini Bars feature a golden caramelised white chocolate exterior with a soft-flowing caramel centre. Each 10.5g bar is individually wrapped; a 147g share pack contains 14 bars . For clinicians, they offer a palatable, energy-dense supplement for patients with poor appetite. Contains milk, soya; may contain peanuts and tree nuts. Not suitable for patients with dysphagia. The caramelised white chocolate is a unique flavour—less sweet than standard chocolate with a creamy, toasty profile. Keep away from pets—chocolate is toxic to dogs and cats.
Description

CADBURY CARAMILK MINI BARS

PRIMARY USES

1. Energy-Dense Snacking for Patients Requiring Caloric Supplementation
Primary Use: Provides individually wrapped mini chocolate bars featuring a golden caramelised white chocolate exterior with a soft, flowing caramel centre, offering a concentrated source of energy and a palatable, comforting treat for patients with poor appetite or increased caloric needs .
How it helps: For the dietitian and clinician, patients with cancer cachexia, malabsorption disorders, or recovering from illness often struggle to maintain adequate caloric intake. Each 10.5g bar provides approximately 50-60 calories, with the 147g share pack offering 14 individually wrapped bars . The combination of carbohydrates from sugars (22g per 4-bar serving) and fats (11g per 4-bar serving) provides a quick energy source in a small, palatable format . For the patient, this offers an enjoyable way to increase caloric intake without feeling overly full, especially helpful when appetite is poor or taste alterations are present.
2. Sensory Pleasure and Mood Enhancement for Patients with Reduced Appetite
Primary Use: The unique flavour of caramelised white chocolate combined with a soft-flowing caramel centre creates a distinctive sweet, creamy experience that can stimulate the palate and offer comfort to patients with reduced oral intake .
How it helps: For the oncology dietitian and palliative care nurse, patients undergoing chemotherapy or with advanced disease often experience reduced appetite, taste alterations, and low mood. The familiar, comforting taste of Cadbury chocolate can provide comfort and lift spirits during challenging health journeys . The soft caramel centre and smooth chocolate coating offer a melt-in-the-mouth texture that is less challenging to consume than harder chocolates . For the patient, this offers an accessible, enjoyable way to experience pleasure through food and may help stimulate appetite for other foods.

SECONDARY USES

1. Non-medical comfort for needle phobia or distressing procedures: Offering a Caramilk Mini bar as a reward or distraction during venepuncture, cannulation, or vaccinations can reduce anxiety, with the familiar, comforting chocolate flavour providing a pleasant sensory focus .
2. Portable, shelf-stable snack for healthcare staff and carers: The individually wrapped, long shelf life format makes these bars practical for inclusion in staff break rooms, nursing stations, or carers’ bags for quick energy during long shifts .
3. Portion-controlled treat for patients with dietary restrictions: The mini format (10.5g per bar) allows for easy portion control, making it suitable for patients who need to monitor their intake of sugar or carbohydrates. Carers can offer one bar at a time as a controlled treat.
4. Reward to improve adherence to oral nutritional supplements (ONS): For patients who refuse or struggle to consume prescribed oral nutritional supplements, offering a small, familiar chocolate bar as a reward can serve as positive reinforcement.
5. Shareable format for social occasions: The 147g share pack containing 14 individually wrapped bars is suitable for sharing during celebrations, birthday parties, or as gifts for patients, families, and healthcare staff .
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

1. BASIC IDENTIFICATION ATTRIBUTES

  • Device Type: Individually wrapped chocolate confectionery bar; not a medical device
  • Brand: Cadbury (Mondelez International)
  • Designation: Cadbury Caramilk Mini Bars
  • Available Formats: 147g share pack (14 individually wrapped bars) ; 200g resealable stand-up bag (bite-size pieces) 
  • Key Components: Milk chocolate coating (caramelised white chocolate), soft-flowing caramel centre 
  • Unique Feature: Golden caramelised white chocolate—a distinctive flavour that is sweeter and creamier than regular milk chocolate; 100% sustainably sourced cocoa through Cocoa Life program 

2. TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

  • Energy Density: Approximately 476-488 kcal per 100g; 50-60 kcal per 10.5g bar 
  • Fat Content: 11g per 42g serving (4 bars); saturates 6g 
  • Carbohydrate Content: 26g per 42g serving (4 bars); sugars 22g 
  • Protein Content: 2g per 42g serving (4 bars)
  • Allergen Information: Contains milk, soya. May contain peanuts, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts 
  • Dietary Status: Not suitable for vegans; Kosher certified 
  • Shelf Life: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity

3. PHYSICAL & OPERATIONAL PROPERTIES

  • Preparation: No preparation required. Remove from wrapper and enjoy.
  • Usage Instructions: Eat as a snack between meals, or offer to patients as a palatable supplement. Recommended serving is 1-2 bars per day as an occasional treat.
  • Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity.
  • Portion Size: 1 bar (10.5g) per serving
  • Packaging: Individually film-wrapped bars in share packs or resealable bags 

4. SAFETY & COMPLIANCE ATTRIBUTES

  • Allergens: Contains milk, soya. May contain peanuts, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts. Patients with confirmed allergies should avoid .
  • Nutritional Caution: Contains sugar, saturated fat, and calories. Patients with diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance should limit consumption to 1 bar per day and account for carbohydrates in their meal plan .
  • Choking Hazard: Hard chocolate can cause airway obstruction in patients with dysphagia, poor dentition, or cognitive impairment. Not suitable for these patients.
  • Theobromine Toxicity: Keep away from pets—chocolate is highly toxic to dogs and cats.
  • Migraine Trigger: Avoid in patients with known chocolate sensitivity.
  • Dental Health: Sugar content makes this product cariogenic. Advise brushing or rinsing after consumption.
  • Training Requirement: Assess swallowing and allergy status. Educate on portion control and choking hazards.
SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

  • Choking hazard – contraindicated in dysphagia, poor dentition, cognitive impairment: Hard chocolate can cause airway obstruction. Do not use in patients with oropharyngeal dysphagia, after stroke, with Parkinson's disease, advanced dementia, or requiring texture-modified diets.
  • Allergen alert – contains multiple allergens: Contains milk and soya. May contain peanuts, almonds, cashews, and hazelnuts . Patients with confirmed allergies should avoid.
  • High sugar and saturated fat – caution in diabetes and hyperlipidaemia: Contains sugar (22g per 42g serving) and saturated fat (6g per 42g serving) . Patients with diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance should limit consumption to 1 bar per day and account for carbohydrates in their meal plan.
  • Theobromine toxicity – keep away from pets: Chocolate is highly toxic to dogs and cats. Store securely.
  • Migraine trigger – avoid in patients with known chocolate sensitivity.
  • Dental health: Sugar content makes this product cariogenic. Advise brushing or rinsing after consumption.
  • Training requirement: Assess swallowing and allergy status. Educate on portion control and choking hazards.

2. FIRST AID MEASURES

  • Choking: Follow standard choking protocols (back blows, abdominal thrusts). Call emergency services if obstruction persists.
  • Allergic reaction (milk, soya, nuts): Administer epinephrine if prescribed and seek emergency care.
  • Theobromine toxicity (pets): If ingested by a pet, contact a veterinarian immediately. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhoea, restlessness, rapid breathing, increased heart rate, seizures.

3. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

  • Flammability: Fat- and sugar-based; flammable if exposed to open flame.
  • Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry chemical, or CO₂. Do not use water.
  • Fire Response: For small fires, turn off heat source and smother or use extinguisher. Evacuate for larger fires. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear for fires involving burning sugar and fats.