Description
Thick & Easy® Instant Food & Beverage Thickener — Unflavored Powder, 6.5 g Individual Packet
Thick & Easy® is a specialist powdered thickening formula designed for individuals with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) who need beverages and soft foods modified to a safer, moderately thick consistency. These single-serve 6.5 g packets are ideal for caregivers and clinical settings where consistent texture and convenience matter.
Key Features & Benefits
- Pre-measured individual packets: Each packet contains 6.5 g of unflavored powder — convenient for one serving, reducing measuring errors.
- Instant mix in hot or cold liquids: Designed to dissolve smoothly in both hot and cold beverages or soft foods, without altering taste or flavor.
- IDDSI Level 3 (Moderately Thick / Liquidized): Suitable for patients requiring a thicker, more cohesive liquid consistency as defined by the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative.
- Diet-friendly formulation: Unflavored powder allows integration into any drink or food without noticeable taste impact; suitable across a range of textures and meal plans.
- For adult & pediatric use (age 3+ & up): Reliable choice for both children and adults who require moderately thick consistencies for safe swallowing.
How to Use
- Open one 6.5 g packet and pour it into approximately 120 mL (4 oz) of prepared beverage or soft food, or as directed by your clinician.
- Stir thoroughly until fully dissolved; the mixture will achieve a moderately thick texture (Level 3), forming a cohesive, manageable consistency for safer swallowing.
- Serve immediately, or as recommended by a speech-language pathologist or dietitian to meet the individual’s swallowing plan.
- Store unopened packets in a cool, dry place. Once mixed, use within the time recommended by your clinical protocol.
Important Things to Know
- This powder is specifically designed to modify texture only for swallowing management—it does not provide significant calories, protein or nutrients. Ensure the user’s overall nutrition plan includes appropriate nutritional intake.
- Use under supervision of a healthcare professional (dietitian or speech-language pathologist) familiar with dysphagia diet recommendations and individual swallowing assessments.
- Because the product modifies liquids to a thicker consistency, monitor hydration and fluid volume adequacy—thicker liquids may be consumed more slowly or in smaller amounts.
- Read and follow label instructions for storage, preparation, and usage. Use only the recommended amount for the desired consistency; over-thickening may make swallowing more difficult.
- Ensure compatibility with other dietary restrictions or sensitivities (e.g., if the user has corn-starch intolerance or other ingredient sensitivities—this product uses modified food starch).
| SKU # | 580967 |
| Manufacturer # | 20223 |
| Brand | Thick & Easy® |
| Manufacturer | Hormel Food Sales |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Application | Food and Beverage Thickener |
| Calories per Serving | 20 Calories |
| Calories per Serving Range | 0 to 100 Calories |
| Container Type | Individual Packet |
| Container Type Range | Individual Packages |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
| Flavor Range | Unflavored |
| HCPCS | B4100 (Disclaimer) |
| IDDSI Consistency | IDDSI Level 3 Moderately Thick/Liquidized |
| Ingredients | Modified Food Starch |
| Is_Active_Vendor | Y |
| Is_DSCSA | N |
| Is_Discontinued | N |
| Is_Medical_Device | N |
| Lot_Tracking_Flag | N |
| On_Allocation | N |
| Preparation | Powder |
| Product Dating | McKesson Acceptable Dating: we will ship >= 90 days |
| Serving Size | 6.5 Gram Serving Size |
| Supplier_ID | 55528629 |
| UNSPSC Code | 42231806 |
| User | Ages 3 Years and Up |
| User Group | Child to Adult |
| Volume | 6.5 Gram |