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Liquid, nutritionally complete formulas are disclosed with improved physical stability. The nutritionally complete formulas are pourable, yet are able to hold minerals, insoluble fiber and flavoring agents such as cocoa powder in suspension without the formation of a sediment that is not readily red

Liquid, nutritionally complete formulas are disclosed with improved physical stability. The nutritionally complete formulas are pourable, yet are able to hold minerals, insoluble fiber and flavoring agents such as cocoa powder in suspension without the formation of a sediment that is not readily redispersible. The invention comprises the use of gellan gum at a concentration of between 10-500 parts per million. Although gellan gum alone is sufficient, the nutritionally complete formula may also comprise other stabilizers such as carrageenan and/or carboxymethylcellulose.

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[ We claim:] [1.] A nutritionally complete liquid composition comprising:a) a caloric content of from about 500 calories to about 2,000 calories per liter and containing suspended minerals, vitamins, proteins, carbohydrates and fats sufficient to allow said composition to be the sole source of nutri

[ We claim:] [1.] A nutritionally complete liquid composition comprising:a) a caloric content of from about 500 calories to about 2,000 calories per liter and containing suspended minerals, vitamins, proteins, carbohydrates and fats sufficient to allow said composition to be the sole source of nutrition for a human;b) a total solids content, including said suspended minerals, in the range of from about 10% to about 35% by weight, and;c) a stabilizing system consisting essentially of gellan gum, present in said composition at a concentration in the range of about 10 to about 500 parts per million.