CADBURY DAIRY MILK HAZELNUT MILK CHOCOLATE BAR

CADBURY DAIRY MILK HAZELNUT MILK CHOCOLATE BAR

PRIMARY USES

1. Energy-Dense Nutritional Support for Patients with Poor Appetite
Primary Use: Provides classic Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate with whole or chopped hazelnuts, offering a concentrated source of energy (approximately 546-559 kcal per 100g) in a palatable, familiar format suitable for patients requiring caloric supplementation during recovery or illness.

How it helps: For the dietitian and clinician, patients with cancer cachexia, malabsorption disorders, or recovering from illness often have poor appetite and elevated energy needs. A 25g serving (approximately 3-4 squares) provides approximately 140-146 kcal, 8.5-9.1g fat, and 12-13g carbohydrates. The addition of hazelnuts (13-16%) adds healthy fats, protein, and dietary fibre, while the familiar, creamy taste can encourage consumption when appetite is poor. For the patient, this offers a comforting, energy-dense treat that can help boost caloric intake and provide a moment of pleasure.

2. Sensory Stimulation and Mood Enhancement for Patients with Taste Alterations
Primary Use: The smooth, creamy Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate combined with crunchy hazelnuts creates a multi-textural sensory experience that can stimulate appetite and offer comfort to patients with reduced oral intake or taste alterations.

How it helps: For the oncology dietitian and palliative care nurse, patients undergoing treatment often experience reduced appetite and taste changes. The varied textures—smooth, creamy, and crunchy—offer sensory variety that can appeal to altered taste perceptions . The familiar, comforting taste of Cadbury chocolate can provide comfort and lift spirits during challenging health journeys. Made with 100% sustainably sourced cocoa through the Cocoa Life program . For the patient, this offers an accessible, enjoyable way to increase caloric intake without feeling overwhelmed.

SECONDARY USES

1. Non-medical comfort for needle phobia or distressing procedures: Offering a small piece of hazelnut chocolate 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. Reward to improve adherence to oral nutritional supplements (ONS): For patients who refuse or struggle to consume prescribed oral nutritional supplements, offering a small piece of chocolate as a reward can serve as positive reinforcement, improving acceptance and adherence to nutritional therapy.

3. Portable, shelf-stable snack for healthcare staff and carers: Available in various formats including 45g bars, 120g, 180g blocks, and 134g Silk Hazelnut pouches, these are practical for inclusion in staff break rooms, nursing stations, or carers’ bags for quick energy during long shifts .