Thick-It Instant Food Thickener Regular Strength

Easily modifies liquids and pureed foods for people with swallowing disorders. Thick-It brings the joy of eating back to people with swallowing problems (called dysphagia). When mixed with hot or cold, thick or thin liquids and pureed foods, Thick-It produces any desired consistency quickly, easily and controllably without changing the taste or appearance of the liquids and foods it thickens. Thick-It adds 30 calories per 2 tablespoons for nourishment and it is low in sodium
It helps prevent dehydration because it does not bind fluids
Thick-It is recommended by doctors, speech-language pathologists and dietitians for patients in hospitals, nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities as well as at home
ADA Exchange: 2 tablespoons of Thick-It = 1/2 fruit exchange = 7g carbohydrates (metabolized like fruit sugar)

Modified Corn Starch and Maltodextrin.

Usage Chart. Desired Consistency/Recommended Usage per 4 fl oz (You may need to adjust the amount of Thick-It needed to suit your requirements): Nectar Consistency - Liquids: 1-2 tbsp; Nutritional Supplements: 2 tbsp. Honey Consistency - Liquids: 2-3 tbsp. Nutritional Supplements: 3 tbsp. Pudding Consistency - Liquids: 3-4 tbsp. Pureed Foods: 1 tbsp. Nutritional Supplements: 4 tbsp. Slowly add the recommended amount of Thick-It to the liquid. Stir briskly with a spoon, fork or whisk until the thickener is dissolved or use a hand mixer or blender at low speed for no more than 5-10 seconds. Do not overmix. After mixing, wait approximately 30 seconds for the liquid to thicken. For directions, see above

Please follow as instructed on the product label. Please follow as instructed on the product label.