F-75 is a therapeutic milk formula designed for the initial stabilization phase of treating children (6 months+) with severe acute malnutrition (SAM) and medical complications. It provides 75 kcal and 0.9 g of protein per 100 ml, intended to stabilize metabolic functions, reduce swelling, and prevent re-feeding syndrome rather than promote immediate weight gain.

What exactly is an F-75 formula?

F-100 and F-75 (also known as Formula 100 and Formula 75) are therapeutic milk products designed to treat severe malnutrition. The formula is used in therapeutic feeding centers where children are hospitalized for treatment. F-75 is considered the "starter" formula, and F-100 the "catch-up" formula.

What is the F-75 diet?

The F-75 liquid therapeutic diet is intended for the initial phase of treatment of children diagnosed with Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM). It is intended to stabilize the child's metabolism and support rehydration. The F-75 liquid therapeutic milk has an energy density of approximately 75 kcal/ 100ml.

What is the starter formula F-75?

F-75 therapeutic milk is the “starter” formula: It contains 75 kcal and 0.9 g protein per 100ml. F-75 is specially made to meet the child's needs without overwhelming the body's systems at this early stage of treatment.

Can F-75 be given to adults?

NUTRITIONAL CARE

See the table below for daily amounts of F-75 therapeutic milk feeds for adolescents and adults who are wasted or have bilateral pitting oedema + or ++.

Safe Preparation of F75 and F100 Therapeutic Milk

How to make a F-75 diet at home?

If cooking is needed for F75:

1. Mix the flour, milk or milk powder, sugar, oil, and mineral mix in a 1-litre. ...
2. Slowly add cooled, boiled water up to 1000 ml.
3. Transfer to cooking pot and whisk the mixture vigorously.
4. Boil gently for 4 minutes, stirring continuously.

What diet to follow for 75 hard?

Rule 1: Stick to a Diet

No cheat meals and no alcohol for the full 75 days. You can choose any nutrition plan that you wish to try; it can be a basic healthy eating structure, the dash diet, Mediterranean diet, keto, or any other balanced diet plan. The idea is that you select a plan and stick to it without exception.

What are the alternatives to F-75?

The WHO also recommends using as an alternative formula made of cereal flour, skimmed milk powder, oil, sugar, and a therapeutic vitamin and mineral complex (CMV), in case of shortage of the standard therapeutic milk F75 / F100 or in case of signs of intolerance (vomiting, diarrhea).

What is the difference between F75 and F100 diet?

Guidelines provided by World Health Organization (WHO) for management of children with severe malnutrition advise two formula diets, F75 and F100. F75 (75 kcal/100mL) diet is used during initial phase of treatment while F100 (100kcal/100mL) is used during rehabilitation phase after appetite has returned [1].

What is the main treatment for malnutrition?

Dietary changes and supplements

having a healthier, more balanced diet. eating "fortified" foods that contain extra nutrients. snacking between meals. having drinks that contain lots of calories.

What is the 3 3 3 rule for weight loss?

The 3-3-3 rule for weight loss is a simple habit-based framework focusing on three meals, three bottles of water by 3 PM, and three hours of weekly activity, promoting consistency over complex dieting, or sometimes it means three protein, three carb, and three fat sources for balanced meals, to build a foundation for sustainable health by managing hunger, boosting metabolism, and encouraging movement without calorie counting. 

What to avoid during 75 Hard?

There are 6 rules that everyone must follow to “complete” 75 Hard: Follow a Strict Diet: The challenge is customizable to your dietary preferences, but the key principles remain the same: eat healthy, whole foods and avoid cheat meals and alcohol, or you risk starting over from day 1.

What is F-75 made of?

Ingredients: milk powder, refined vegetable oil, sugar, maltodextrin, milk derivate, emulsifier (eg lecithin) vitamin and mineral premix.

What are the common symptoms of the F-75 code?

Low Water Pressure: The F75 code may also result from insufficient water in the system. Recognising these signs early is essential. For instance, if you notice that your boiler isn't providing hot water or that your central heating isn't working, the F75 code may appear as an indicator of this underlying issue.

How to administer F-75?

Give 5 ml/kg every 30 min for the first 2 h. – Then give 5–10 ml/kg per h for the next 4–10 h on alternate hours, with F-75 formula. The exact amount depends on how much the child wants, the volume of stool loss and whether the child is vomiting.

How to prepare F-75 at home?

If cooking is needed for F75: 1. Mix the flour, milk or milk powder, sugar, oil, and mineral mix in a 1-litre measuring jug (If using milk powder, this will be a paste). 2. Slowly add cooled, boiled water up to 1000 ml.

Which milk is the healthiest for toddlers?

The healthiest milk for toddlers (1-2 years old) is whole cow's milk, providing essential fats for brain development, followed by fortified plant-based alternatives like soy or pea milk if needed, always unsweetened and fortified with calcium and vitamin D, with pediatrician guidance for specific needs or sensitivities. After age two, you can transition to low-fat milk if recommended by their doctor, but fats remain crucial for early childhood.
 

What is the benefit of F-75?

F-75 therapeutic milk has been specially designed to stabilise patients during the initial phase of treatment for severe acute malnutrition, known as phase 1 in the management protocol established by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

When to transition from F-75 to F-100?

If the child has severe wasting and/or oedema it is best to be cautious and start with F75. The signs for readiness for transition from F75 to F100 are that the child is very hungry, reduced/minimal oedema, and the child has been tolerating F75 well with little watery diarrhoea.

Which is better, factor or hungryroot?

Hungryroot is a hybrid grocery/meal kit service focused on personalized healthy eating with easy recipes, while Factor offers fully prepared, chef-cooked, health-focused (keto, paleo) meals for ultimate convenience, making the choice between them dependent on whether you prefer cooking (Hungryroot) or just heating (Factor) with different levels of personalization and dietary focus. Factor excels in low-carb/keto meals, while Hungryroot offers more flexibility with grocery add-ons for diverse diets and quick prep, but some find Factor repetitive or less healthy despite its claims.
 

What are the downsides of 75 Hard?

If you fail, you MUST start over on Day 1.

• The Red Flags of the 75 Hard Challenge.
• It focuses on weight loss and a “physical transformation” – not improved health. ...
• The 75 Hard is a diet. ...
• The program perpetuates learned helplessness. ...
• It drives food and body preoccupation. ...
• Promotes extreme exercise. ...
• ZERO flexibility.

Does a walk count for 75 Hard?

Yes, walking absolutely counts as a workout for the 75 Hard challenge, and it's encouraged as one of your two daily 45-minute sessions, especially for active recovery, but it must be intentional movement, not just errands or chores, and one session must be outside. The goal is to build mental toughness and discipline through consistent activity, so low-intensity walks are perfect for meeting the requirements, with one session being outdoors, regardless of weather.

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