Is there a human equivalent to dog food or cat food?

Lia

I think its really cool that a dog or a cat can just live on one type of food all its life. And its healthy for them and everything. They dont really have to worry about eating badly or healthy because Im pretty sure they dont make animal food that isnt healthy and good for them. And I was just wondering if there was like a human kibble food like they feed animals. Not that Id wanna eat it or anything, just basically wondering if it exists. Haha. Does anyone know?



Alesha

Biscuits.



Jenny

Yes



Dion

Yes, its called a TPN, total parenteral nutrition. Its given to people in comas etc. It is usually custom made for that person and is a mixture of fats, amino acids, and glucose. These provide to provide energy for respiration, body function and minimise muscle wastage. Often additional vitamins and electrolytes are added to the TPN before it is administered to the patient.



Dorotha

Lets see. How about a can of tuna in the morning, followed with a small bowl of milk. For lunch, munch on some large chicken leg bones and plenty of cold water. For supper. a soft boiled egg topped with low fat cheese. For the nighttime snack, you might try catching a mouse. Very healthy and low in calories. Happy eating!



Casandra

Hmmmm....maybe a nutritional drink like Ensure...? Though I dont know how complete it is or how many youd have to drink to get all your nutrients...and the fiber content is pretty low. Interesting question.



Sherrill

Have a look in your local pharmacy or some grocery stores for " meal replacements" You can get bars and shakes that you could, theoretically, live on. Now sit and stay until I come back with more info.