Food Thickening Products for Dysphagia & Swallowing Problems

Thick-It® instant food thickening products have revolutionized the way people think about dysphagia food & dysphagia care since 1987. More than 15 million Americans are affected by dysphagia, and with the high number of our population growing older and living longer, this number is expected to increase. Doctors, Speech Language Pathologists and Registered Dietitians have come to recognize the value and quality Thick-It® food thickening products have to offer. Because of their trust in our products, these healthcare professionals have recommended our food thickening products to patients with swallowing problems for years.

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A Variety of Food Thickening Products to Meet Mealtime Needs

Thick-It® Original
Thick-It® Original was the first food thickening product on the market, giving people with dysphagia & related swallowing problems real-life food alternatives.

Thick-It® 2 Instant Food Thickener
Thick-It® 2 is a concentrated version of Thick-It® Original so, about half the amount is needed to achieve the desired thickness. Thick-It® 2 is preferred by diabetics, because less is used, and has fewer carbohydrates per serving.

Learn more about our newest product, new convenient & great-tasting Thick-It® Purees.

Thick-It® food thickening products are convenient & easy to mix.
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Both Thick-It® and Thick-It® 2 food thickening products have similar features:

• Thickens hot or cold, thin or thick liquids and pureed foods to desired nectar-like, honey-like or pudding-like consistencies
• Sets most foods & liquids within 30-60 seconds, dissolving instantly
• Does not change appearance or taste of food
• Gives the body caloric intake, nutrients & hydration needed for healthful living
• Will not over thicken and will not bind liquids
• Decreases the risk of aspiration
• Are kosher parve and gluten-free
• And, find out if Thick-It®'s food thickening products are covered by your insurance.

Both Thick-It® Original and Thick-It® 2 are available in 30 ounce and 8 ounce cans, as well as single serving portion control packets, ideal for traveling and restaurant use. Larger 10 lb. quantities are available by mail order only. Visit our frequently asked questions to learn more about Thick-It® Original and Thick-It® 2 food thickening products.

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