CADBURY DAIRY MILK BISCUIT CHOCOLATE BAR

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Cadbury Dairy Milk Biscuit combines classic creamy milk chocolate with crunchy shortcake biscuit pieces (18%) for added texture and appeal . A 25g serving provides approximately 128-129 kcal, 6.4-6.5g fat, and 15.4-15.6g carbohydrates . Made with 100% sustainably sourced cocoa and crafted with the best quality milk ingredients . Available in 55g and 80g formats . Contains milk, wheat (gluten), and soya; may contain tree nuts . Suitable for vegetarians . Not suitable for dysphagia patients. Keep away from pets—chocolate is toxic to dogs and cats.
Description

CADBURY DAIRY MILK BISCUIT CHOCOLATE BAR

PRIMARY USES

1. Energy-Dense Nutritional Supplementation with Added Texture and Appeal
Primary Use: Provides classic Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate combined with crunchy shortcake biscuit pieces (18%), offering a concentrated source of energy (2135-2160 kJ / 510-516 kcal per 100g) in a palatable, texturally appealing 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 provides approximately 534-540 kJ (128-129 kcal), 6.4-6.5g fat, and 15.4-15.6g carbohydrates . The shortcake biscuit pieces add a satisfying crunch that can encourage consumption when appetite is poor, and the familiar, comforting taste of Cadbury Dairy Milk may appeal to patients with taste alterations. Made with 100% sustainably sourced cocoa and crafted with the best quality milk ingredients . For the patient, this offers a comforting, familiar treat that can help boost caloric intake while providing sensory pleasure.
2. Sensory Stimulation and Appetite Stimulation
Primary Use: The combination of smooth, creamy Cadbury Dairy Milk with crunchy shortcake biscuit pieces 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 . 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 Dairy Milk Biscuit 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 55g, 80g bars, and 80g slabs , these are practical for inclusion in staff break rooms, nursing stations, or carers’ bags for quick energy during long shifts.
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

1. BASIC IDENTIFICATION ATTRIBUTES

  • Device Type: Milk chocolate confectionery bar with biscuit pieces; not a medical device
  • Brand: Cadbury (Mondelez International)
  • Product Name: Dairy Milk Biscuit
  • Available Sizes: 55g, 80g slab
  • Biscuit Content: Shortcake biscuit pieces (18%)
  • Cocoa Solids: 20% minimum
  • Milk Solids: 20% minimum
  • Key Components: Sugar, full cream milk powder, shortcake biscuit (18%) [wheat flour (gluten), sugar, salt, vegetable fat, corn flour, raising agent], cocoa mass, cocoa butter, vegetable fats, whey permeate, emulsifiers, flavourings
  • Unique Feature: Classic Cadbury Dairy Milk with crunchy shortcake biscuit pieces; 100% sustainably sourced cocoa through Cocoa Life program; crafted with best quality milk ingredients

2. TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

  • Energy Density: 2135-2160 kJ per 100g; 510-516 kcal per 100g; 534-540 kJ per 25g serving; approx. 128-129 kcal per 25g serving
  • Fat Content: 25.5-26g per 100g; 6.4-6.5g per 25g serving; saturates 15g per 100g
  • Carbohydrate Content: 61.5-62.3g per 100g; 15.4-15.6g per 25g serving; sugars 52-52.5g per 100g
  • Protein Content: 7-7.4g per 100g; 1.8-1.9g per 25g serving
  • Fibre Content: 2-2.4g per 100g; 0.5-0.6g per 25g serving
  • Sodium Content: 134-137mg per 100g; 34-36mg per 25g serving
  • Allergen Information: Contains cow's milk, wheat (gluten), and soya. May contain tree nuts
  • Dietary Status: Suitable for vegetarians
  • Shelf Life: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity

3. PHYSICAL & OPERATIONAL PROPERTIES

  • Preparation: No preparation required. Break off desired portion.
  • Usage Instructions: Eat slowly, allowing the chocolate to melt on the tongue. Recommended serving is 25g per day as an occasional treat.
  • Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity.
  • Portion Size: 25g per serving
  • Packaging: Foil-wrapped or film-wrapped bars in cardboard packaging

4. SAFETY & COMPLIANCE ATTRIBUTES

  • Allergens: Contains cow's milk, wheat (gluten), and soya. May contain tree nuts . Patients with confirmed allergies should avoid.
  • Nutritional Caution: High saturated fat (15g per 100g) and high sugar (52-52.5g per 100g) . Patients with diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance should limit consumption to 25g per day and account for carbohydrates in their meal plan.
  • Choking Hazard: Hard chocolate and biscuit pieces can cause airway obstruction in patients with dysphagia, poor dentition, or cognitive impairment. Not suitable for these patients.
  • Coeliac Disease: Contains wheat (gluten) . Not suitable for patients with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity.
  • 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: High sugar content makes this product cariogenic. Advise brushing or rinsing after consumption.
  • Quality Assurance: 100% sustainably sourced cocoa through Cocoa Life program .
SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Contraindicated in Dysphagia, Poor Dentition, Cognitive Impairment: Hard chocolate and biscuit pieces 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.
Caution in Diabetes and Hyperlipidaemia: Contains high sugar (52-52.5g per 100g) and saturated fat (15g per 100g) . Patients with diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance should limit consumption to 25g per day and account for carbohydrates in their meal plan.
Allergen Alert: Contains cow's milk, wheat (gluten), and soya. May contain tree nuts. Patients with confirmed allergies should avoid .
Coeliac Disease: Contains wheat (gluten) . Not suitable for patients with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Pet Safety: Keep away from pets—chocolate is toxic to dogs and cats. Store securely.

2. FIRST AID MEASURES

Choking: Follow standard choking protocols (back blows, abdominal thrusts). Call emergency services if obstruction persists.
Allergic Reaction (milk, wheat, soya, tree 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.