CADBURY DAIRY MILK CARAMEL / CARAMELLO

CADBURY DAIRY MILK CARAMEL / CARAMELLO

PRIMARY USES

1. Energy-Dense Nutritional Supplementation with Smooth Caramel Centre
Primary Use: Provides classic Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate (approx. 28% caramel) encasing a smooth, flowing golden caramel centre, offering a concentrated source of energy (2092 kJ / 500 kcal per 100g) in a palatable 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 30g serving provides 628 kJ (150 kcal), 7.7g fat, 18g carbohydrates, and 1.7g protein. The smooth caramel centre adds a soft, melt-in-the-mouth texture that can be easier to consume than harder chocolate bars and may appeal to patients with taste alterations or swallowing difficulties. Made with a glass and a half of fresh milk from the British Isles and Ireland for the classic creamy taste, and 100% sustainably sourced cocoa through the Cocoa Life program. 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 creamy Cadbury milk chocolate with soft, golden flowing caramel creates a dual-textural 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 soft caramel centre provides a gentle, melt-in-the-mouth texture that may be particularly appealing when solid foods are difficult to tolerate. 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 Caramel 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 46g, 47g, and 180g formats , these are practical for inclusion in staff break rooms, nursing stations, or carers’ bags for quick energy during long shifts.