Patent ID: 7282223
Filing Date: 2007-10-16
Classification: A23L,A61K,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A kit for preparing an individual's digestive tract for a gastrointestinal procedure, the kit comprising multiple, separate food items including: (a) at least one solid food item selected from the group consisting of soup products, protein supplements, grain foods, starch foods, and fruit or vegetable foods, and (b) at least one nutritional drink; wherein the multiple food items collectively comprise: i. from about 600 to about 2,000 calories; ii. from about 0.5 grams to about 10 grams of dietary fiber; iii. from about 0.5% to about 20% of the calories are derived from fat; and iv. from about 10% to about 30% by weight of solid material; and further comprising a laxative suitable for administration prior to the gastrointestinal procedure, wherein the kit is suitable for use in preparing the individual such that the gastrointestinal procedure can be performed on the individual's digestive tract without requiring the individual to undergo a diet consisting only of liquids over a 20 to 36 hour period prior to the gastrointestinal procedure.