Health Care Professional FAQ: Using and Recommending Huel

Q: What is Huel?

A: Huel provides a variety of plant based nutritionally complete meals. This means every Huel meal contains a balance of all 27 essential vitamins and minerals, protein, essential fats, carbohydrates, fiber and phytonutrients, all within a single product. 

Q: Can Huel be used as a nutrition supplement?

A: Huel is not designed specifically for weight gain, but it can certainly be a tool to increase caloric intake for those who require additional nutrition. Our Ready-to-drink bottles and Huel meal powders (Black Edition Powder, Huel Powder, Huel Essential) provide 400 calories per serving (2 scoops), with 20-40g of protein, depending on the product. Huel powders can be prepared as a shake simply by mixing water or milk, or can be combined with other foods such as being mixed into oatmeal or blended in a smoothie. Huel products are plant based and provide all the essential amino acids, so are especially useful for vegans.

Q: Is Huel appropriate for those with diabetes? 

A: While this would depend on the patient's individual needs, we do offer a variety of products with different macronutrient splits. Our Black Edition Powder is designed to be reduced in carbohydrates and rich in protein, fiber, and fat, with a glycemic index score of 19, so this tends to be a popular option for those following a carbohydrate controlled diet. 

Q:Can Huel be helpful for post-surgery Bariatric Diets?

A: After bariatric surgery, many patients will benefit from a protein supplement to help meet their needs. While specific protein needs depend on the surgery performed, the individual and the stage of diet progression, some Huel products can serve as a useful tool in meeting their increased protein needs. Our Black Edition Powder and Complete Protein Powder are both low-sugar and protein-rich ways to supplement intake, and the serving sizes can easily be tailored to meet the patient’s needs. 

Q: Can Huel be useful for weight management? 

A: Huel meal products are not designed specifically for weight management, however can be a great tool in a weight change or weight maintenance journey.  

Q: Is Huel suitable for a low FODMAP diet? 

A: Huel Black Edition and Huel Powder v3.1 have been tested for FODMAP levels, and are considered suitable additions to a low-FODMAP diet. However, as tolerance to FODMAPs can vary between individuals, it would be best to introduce these products slowly by starting with one scoop and increasing to a full serving, as tolerated.