Kate Farms unveils plant-based Chocolate Pediatric Standard 1.2 for children’s weight management
05 May 2022 --- Plant-based formula producer Kate Farms is launching another flavor for its pediatric formula product. Chocolate Pediatric Standard 1.2 is targeted at helping children maintain a healthy weight as they develop.
Dr. Cynthia Ambres, chief medical officer at Kate Farms says: “Our new Pediatric Standard 1.2 chocolate flavor continues to offer the same high-quality nutrition while also catering to our pickiest eaters, our kids.”
She says Kate Farms’ newest addition to its product portfolio suits demand from parents and the healthcare community for nutritional products with a flavor that appeals to children. Currently, Kate Farms’ products are available in 95% of all US hospitals, according to the company.
Kate farm has launched two more products this year in addition to Pediatric Standard 1.2 in chocolate.Utilizing plant-based ingredients
The product is intended for children aged between one to 13years, and is reportedly made to meet “a wide range of medical and dietary needs” for the target group. The formula may be used for sole-source nutrition, or as a nutritional boost for slightly underweight children.
Pediatric Standard 1.2 in chocolate is reported to help children maintain a healthy weight via plant-based ingredients which are GMO-free and have been certified by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) as organic.
The product contains no artificial sweeteners and is free from common allergens. Its plant-based formula is lactose-free and suited to gluten-free and vegan diets. The formula can be delivered via tube feeding or oral consumption.
Lots of launches
The launch represents Kate Farms’ third launch this year, following the reveal of the company’s nutrition formulas, Glucose Support and Renal Support. Glucose Support was revealed to potentially stabilize blood sugar in diabetic patients earlier this year.
Catherine Hayden, chief commercial officer and executive vice president of Kate Farms says: “To respond to the growing demand for plant-based nutrition in clinical and home care settings while serving the broad population in need, we will continue to innovate and add to our product portfolio.”
Last year, the company secured US$30 million in funding from Pacific Western Bank for expansion.
Edited by Olivia Nelson
