What is Enteral Feeding and How Does It Work ?
Enteral feeding is a method of delivering nutrition directly into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract for individuals who cannot safely or adequately consume food by mouth. This technique uses tubes to bypass normal oral ingestion and provide essential nutrients in liquid form, enabling the body to absorb carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water in much the same way as during conventional eating. By utilizing the GI tract, enteral feeding helps maintain gut integrity, supports immunological function, and preserves the normal digestive process.