What is SimplyThick used for?

SimplyThick Gel is the Swallowing Solution for Dysphagia Patients.

Who makes SimplyThick?

Thermo Pac
The FDA launched an investigation. One week later, the FDA issued a warning: SimplyThick should not be used for premature infants. In September 2011, the Umphress family filed suit against SimplyThick and the product’s manufacturer, Thermo Pac.

Is SimplyThick safe?

FDA Warnings on Simply Thick Risks Including NEC The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first warned parents and doctors in May 2011 that Simply Thick might cause necrotizing enterocolitis in premature infants. NEC is the death of intestinal tissue.

Does SimplyThick cause constipation?

Do thickeners have side effects? Thickening agents may cause side effects such as constipation, gassiness, or loose stools (soft poop or diarrhea).

What are the side effects of thick it?

Having taken the thickened liquid challenge (#thickenedliquidchallenge) I can attest to some of the biggest side effects from thickening the fluids that we normally drink: thirst, dry mouth, dehydration, and a feeling of fullness.

How long is SimplyThick good for?

The product is safe to use for 12 months after its manufacture date, either opened or unopened shelf life. There is no reason to discard product up to and including this date. After 12 months, there is not a safety concern, but the product may not thicken as efficiently and you may need to use more.

What is thick and easy made of?

Thick and Easy Thickened Beverages include juices made from 100% juice with no added flavors or sugars, beverages made with sugar not high fructose corn syrup and all are fortified with Vitamin C and they are Certified Kosher.

Does thick water help dysphagia?

Thickened fluids and thickened drinks are often used for people with dysphagia, a disorder of swallowing function. The thicker consistency makes it less likely that individuals will aspirate while they are drinking.

Does thick expire?

Do Thick-It® Original Food & Beverage Thickeners have a best-if-used-by date? Yes, the best-if-used-by date is 30 months from the date of manufacture.

Does Thick and Easy have a taste?

Thick & Easy® Hydrolyte Thickened Water, Honey Consistency It’s lightly flavored with lemon and boasts a honey-like consistency that adheres to Level 3 guidelines established by IDDSI.

What can I drink with dysphagia?

It helps to prevent aspiration. On a dysphagia diet, only certain kinds of liquids are safe to drink….From thin to thick, the types are:

• Thin. These are watery liquids such as juice, tea, milk, soda, beer, and broth.
• Nectar-like.
• Honey-like.
• Spoon-thick.

Can you drink water with dysphagia?

WHY YOU MIGHT THINK THICKENED LIQUIDS ARE HELPFUL FOR ADULT PATIENTS WITH DYSPHAGIA. Modifying oral liquid intake using thickened liquids has been the cornerstone of clinical practice in treating adults with dysphagia. Water, a thin liquid with a low viscosity, flows rapidly from the mouth into the oropharynx.

What is SimplyThick and what does it do for You?

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What is SimplyThick gel food and beverage thickener for?

SimplyThick Gel Food and Beverage Thickener for Dysphagia. SimplyThick is a food and beverage thickener designed to improve the lives of people living with swallowing disorders, otherwise known as dysphagia. Select a language English (U.S.)Español (España)Français (Canada) Returning Customers click hereto log in. Log In|Register

What kind of bottle is SimplyThick Easymix in?

SimplyThick EasyMix™, a gel formulated with xanthan gum, is colorless, tasteless and mixes easily with all liquids – hot and cold. SimplyThick’s 1.6L dispenser bottle and pump is designed for simple, quick use and provides maximum flexibility in thickening. The 1.6L bottle can be used for all IDDSI thickness levels.

What can you use SimplyThick nectar and honey for?

The bottle can be used for all 3 consistencies: nectar, honey, and pudding. Mixing directions are on the bottle label. If you like to take your beverage to go or would like to pre-mix a large batch to keep in your refrigerator, shakers are a perfect way to mix SimplyThick EasyMix. Please allow adequate space in the shaker before shaking.