Thick & Easy Instant Food Thickener (225g)

Usage Instructions

Product Description

Thick & Easy™ Original is a modified starch instant food and beverage thickener designed for the dietary management of dysphagia. With over 15 years of experience providing patients with safe, consistent results, Thick & Easy™ is the UK's leading instant food thickener.

Thick & Easy™ can be added to all hot and cold liquids, nutritional supplements, and all types of hot or cold pureed foods to develop a thicker consistency and help prevent aspiration. The powder thickens within 1 minute of mixing, providing quick and reliable results.

Why Thick & Easy™ Works

Foods that have been thickened with Thick & Easy™ accomplish two significant benefits for swallowing-impaired patients:

• Dense and Cohesive Consistency: By converting food to a mashed potato consistency, Thick & Easy™ eliminates the problem of thin pureed food running down the throat and into the lungs. The thickener binds all liquid in pureed foods with the food pulp, virtually eliminating the risk of unbound liquid running down the throat.
• Improved Visual Appeal: Thick & Easy™ adds height and texture to pureed foods, creating a more visually appealing presentation. Since we "eat with our eyes," the psychological status and appetite of patients can be significantly improved with attractive plate presentations.

Key Features

• Reliable Consistency: Matching national descriptors, improved mixing quality ensures the right consistency is achieved every time
• Superior Mouthfeel: Smoother consistency provides a more palatable, enjoyable experience for patients
• Taste Neutral: Does not alter the taste of food or drink
• Enhanced Stability: Reduces fear of separation or over-thickening, providing patients with safe drinking and eating time
• Smoother Texture: Smaller particles provide easier mixing and a more palatable texture

Preparation and Directions for Usage

Thickening Liquids:

• Simply sprinkle in the desired amount and stir briskly with a whisk or fork until dissolved
• The liquid will thicken within 1 minute of mixing
• If a thicker consistency is required, stir in a further ½ tbsp per 100ml

Thickening Larger Quantities:

• Thick & Easy™ can be mixed into liquids using a food processor
• Keep food/liquid refrigerated until ready to use

Thickening Pureed Food:

• Add the desired quantity of Thick & Easy™ and blend until a smooth consistency develops
• If the texture becomes thicker than required, simply add a small amount of liquid (water, juice, milk) and re-liquidise

Storage

Store in a cool place. Once opened, the tin should be resealed with the plastic lid provided and kept in a cool, dry location (room temperature) and in a relatively odour-free environment. Shelf life once opened is 3 years if stored in the appropriate conditions.

Shelf Life

Thick & Easy™ has a shelf life of 5 years from the date of manufacture.

Manufacturer Information

Indications

Thick & Easy™ is designed to easily thicken foods and fluids for patients who have difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), including conditions such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, muscular dystrophy, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, malignancies of the oral cavity and throat, and neurological disorders caused by injury or disease.

Thick & Easy™ is prescribable on FP10/GP10 for thickening of food in dysphagia.

Contra-Indications

For enteral use only. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age.

Precautions

Should only be used under medical supervision. Intended for use as a food and beverage thickener. Not intended to contribute significantly to energy intake. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Ensure adequate fluid intake.

Ingredients

Ingredients List

Modified maize starch, maltodextrin.

Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. This product contains no common allergens and is gluten-free and lactose-free.

Presentation

A white powder consisting of modified maize starch and maltodextrin. Thick & Easy™ is available in 225g tins complete with a measuring scoop and resealable lid, as well as 9g sachets ideal for initial swallowing assessments and easy to keep in a pocket or handbag when away from the house.

Product Description

Thick & Easy™ Original is formulated with modified maize starch as the primary thickening agent, combined with maltodextrin to create a smooth, consistent texture. The instant formula dissolves quickly when stirred properly, thickening within just 1 minute to provide rapid results for safer swallowing.

The modified starch base provides excellent stability and reliability, ensuring consistent results every time. This makes Thick & Easy™ a trusted choice for healthcare professionals managing dysphagia in various clinical and home care settings.

Manufactured by Fresenius Kabi Ltd, a global leader in medical nutrition and pharmaceutical products, Thick & Easy™ Original is prescribable on FP10/GP10 for the management of dysphagia. The product is gluten-free and lactose-free, making it suitable for individuals with coeliac disease or lactose intolerance.

Nutritional Information

Important Note: Thick & Easy™ is intended for use as a food and fluid thickener only and is not intended to contribute significantly to nutritional intake. The nutritional values below are provided for reference.

Macronutrients (Per 100g)