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I lack appetite due to ibs. so i don't eat much through out the day. if i also drink a boost drink will that help get me neutrients i need.

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Should be okay: As long as you tolerate , it will be okay to drink boost and it will help your maintain nutrition.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 4/1/2014

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A member asked:

I lack appetite due to ibs. so i don't eat much through out the day. if i also drink a boost drink will that help get me neutrients i need.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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