Dysphagia - How To Diagnose

The Hydration Status of Adult Patients with Oropharyngeal Dysphagia and the Effect of Thickened Fluid Therapy on Fluid Intake and Hydration: Results of Two Parallel Systematic and Scoping Reviews.Click here to view the PDF.

In this international survey, it explores current knowledge gaps regarding malnutrition and dysphagia among healthcare professionals across 54 countries and discusses opportunties for improved care, management and identification strategies.

In this meta-analysis of randomised control trials, it details how texture-modified diets increase dietary intake of energy and protein in addition to fluif intake for adults with dysphagia.

A recipe brochure for patients which uses SUSTAGEN Hospital Formula Neutral Flavour to create a No Melt Ice cream. The recipe also provides patients with serving suggestions as well as an indication of what IDDSI Framework Level this can be utilised in.

An online poster designed by Nestle Health Science for the tea trolley chart with recipes for thickening a variety of fluids utilising THICKENUP Clear. It also provides patients with guidelines on how much THICKENUP Clear should be utilised depending on which level of the IDDSI Framework is being adhered to.

A recipe booklet for thickening Nestlé Health Science Oral Nutrition Supplements utilising THICKENUP Clear in accordance with the IDDSI framework.

New Practical Guide for Aged Care – INSPIRED DININGNestlé Health Science and Nestlé Professional present a practical guide to support aged care teams in creating delicious, nourishing menus.INSPIRED DINING – Recipes & guidance for Aged CarePractical guidance to the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards – Standard 6: Food and NutritionTips for menu planning and food fortificationMenu planning tool and sample menuTexture-modified guide and recipesOver 50 recipes including breakfast, main meals, soups, desserts, snacks, and beverages

The EAT-10 is a validated dysphagia screening tool which is provided in an interactive format for accessibility and ease of use. This tool can be used by anyone to screen for symptoms of dysphagia, and refer on for further assessment if possible dysphagia is identified. It consists of 10 questions which provides an overall score (completed within 2 minutes).

THICKENUP® Clear is the 1st xanthan gum-based thickener, scientifically proven to support dysphagia assessment and nutritional management.This Scientific Evidence Compendium summarises evidence from 17 studies that use THICKENUP® Clear. THICKENUP® Clear is a food for special medical purposes for the dietary management of people with swallowing difficulties. Must be used under medical supervision.

Dysphagia at the Festive Table: Festive menus for adults with swallowing difficulty or Dysphagia and for the whole family

This Recipe book includes 19 recipes that have been developed and tested to meet specific textures for people who need thickened liquids and pureed solid foods. The recipes refer to THICKENUP® Clear. THICKENUP® Clear is a food for special medical purposes for the dietary management of people with swallowing difficulties. Must be used under medical supervision.