A variety of different mixes have been used for nutrient enemas throughout history.
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Nutrient enemas were administered with the intent of providing nutrition when normal eating is not possible.
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Because of his inability to digest food, nutrient enemas were given in an attempt to extend his life.
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Although this treatment is ancient, dating back at least to Galen, and commonly used in the Middle Ages, and still a common technique in 19th century medicine, Nutrient enemas have been superseded in modern medical care by tube feeding and intravenous feeding.