Ready To Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF)
RUTF (RUTAFA®) Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food
WHAT IT IS
Peanut-based paste for treating severe acute malnutrition in children 6-59 months
PACKAGING
– 92g sachets (500 kcal each)
– 150 sachets per carton
– 24-month shelf life
– No refrigeration required
NUTRITIONAL CONTENT (per 100g)
– Energy: 545 kcal
– Protein: 10-12%
– Fat: 45-60%
– Carbohydrates: 23-28%
– Full vitamin/mineral fortification (WHO specs)
INGREDIENTS
Peanut paste, milk powder, sugar, vegetable oil, mineral/vitamin premix
Usage Guidelines:
HOW IT WORKS
– Distribute 2-3 sachets daily
– Consume directly from packet (no preparation)
– Continue for 6-8 weeks until weight recovery
– Monitor with mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC)
WHO USES IT
– Health facilities treating SAM
– Emergency nutrition programs
– NGO feeding programs
– Government malnutrition interventions