MEGGA MIX: Food-Based IgY for Supporting Gut Health in Residents on Antibiotics
A physician-supervised nutritional intervention designed to support gut microbial balance during periods of antibiotic use.
Key Incentives for LTCFs
Designed to maintain gut microbial balance in seniors receiving antibiotics
Integrates with existing dietary protocols; simple administration
Supports infection prevention planning, antibiotic stewardship, and CMS quality metrics
May provide value under nutrition billing, preventive care, and value-based care models
Food-based, science-backed nutrition that demonstrates proactive care
Who It's For
- Residents starting antibiotic therapy
- Post-hospital admissions
- Residents at higher risk of gut microbial imbalance (frailty, prior CDI history, or multiple comorbidities)
Product Overview
| Feature | Name | MEGGA MIX Microbiome Immunonutrition |
|---|---|---|
| Form | Form | Egg-based powder, flavored |
| Serving | Serving | 10 g (~1 egg equivalent) twice daily |
| Duration | Duration | 18 days (inpatient + post-discharge continuation) |
| IgY Content | IgY Content | 1,500 mg per serving |
| Administration | Administration | Mixed with water, milk, or suitable dietary alternatives |
| Storage | Storage | 24 months dry; 2 hours after mixing |
Clinical Nutrition Rationale
- Provides high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals to support muscle, cognition, and immune function
- Delivers egg-derived IgY antibodies designed to support microbial balance in the gut
- Easy to digest, senior-friendly, low-lactose, and non-systemic
Implementation
Administered via dietary services, integrated into existing meal plans
Simple preparation: mix powder in beverages or soft foods
Suitable for residents on antibiotics or those at risk of gut microbial imbalance
Can be introduced under dietitian and physician supervision
Illustrative Benefits
- Supports overall gut and nutritional health during antibiotic use
- May assist in operational efficiencies and quality metric tracking
- Illustrates commitment to proactive nutrition-based care