Description

Enhance the safety and ease of swallowing with Resource Thicken Up Clear Solution, a specialized product from Nestlé designed for individuals with dysphagia. This xanthan gum-based powder serves as an instant thickening agent, seamlessly integrating into a variety of foods and beverages without altering their original taste, color, or aroma.

Key Benefits

• Clear and Tasteless: Provides a transparent, tasteless, and odorless solution, ensuring that the enjoyment of meals remains unchanged.
• Consistent Texture: The amylase-resistant formula maintains stable viscosity, crucial for safe swallowing.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for use with hot, cold, or fizzy drinks and various foods, offering flexibility in dietary management.

Ingredients

• Maltodextrin (corn, potato)
• Xanthan gum
• Potassium chloride

Note: Some tins may contain milk.

Nutritional Information (per 100g)

• Energy: 1287 kJ / 306 kcal
• Carbohydrate: 62 g
• Fibre: 27 g
• Protein: 1 g
• Salt: 2.7 g

Preparation and Dosage

The product comes with easy-to-follow mixing instructions, allowing users to achieve the desired thickness level (IDDSI levels 1-4) by adjusting the amount used. Each scoop or sachet measures 1.2g, providing precise control over consistency. Once prepared, the thickened products should be consumed within 4 hours at room temperature or within 24 hours if refrigerated.

Packaging Options

Available in various formats, including:

• 900g can/tub
• 215g tin (with 1.2g scoop)
• 127g or 125g tin (with 1.2g scoop)
• 1.2g sachets (box of 24 sachets)

Storage Instructions

Unopened, the product boasts a 15-month shelf life. Once opened, it should be used within 4–8 weeks and stored in a cool, dry place. Ensure prepared products are tightly covered to maintain quality.

Certifications

• Gluten free
• Halal certified
• Kosher certified

Usage Guidelines

Resource Thicken Up Clear Solution is intended for oral consumption only and is not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. It is recommended for children aged 3 years and above and should be used under medical supervision. This product is particularly beneficial for those with swallowing difficulties due to conditions such as stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and other neurological disorders, offering a reliable solution to enhance dietary safety and enjoyment.