Though my PEG has been out for a while, I still drink Ensure several times a week to help keep my weight up. I have found that my appetite is not what it used to be so I often have a high calorie shake as well. I buy the Boost VHC (530 calories) through Amazon and mix with ice-cream, milk and a few scoops of Carnation Breakfast powder. The texture, while thick like a shake, can be blended with more milk or ice to thin it out; maybe that consistency will be easier than Ensure/Boost by itself.

While not the healthiest, I used whole milk in all food preparations - trying to add calories whereever I could, and ate a fair amount of mac & cheese, potates with butter & sour cream, etc.

I hope John's progress with swallowing continues and becomes easier with each day. I share his story with all my doctors so they become aware of it and can know of his success!

Contined best wishes and prayers for all,

Nancy