A novel nutritional therapy which minimizes plasma cholecystokinin (cck) levels

摘要

A method of controlling plasma cholecystokinin (CCK) levels in a subject. The method includes administering to the gastrointestinal tract of the subject an emulsion which includes mixed length polypeptides and a medium chain triglyceride. This method is particularly useful for providing nutritional support to patients suffering from chronic pancreatitis or anorexia caused by any condition, including anorexia nervosa.