Thick-It, the maker of the Original Food & Beverage Thickener, helps to support those with dysphagia and is now introducing an on-the-go solution that will make it easier for those with swallowing difficulties to eat and drink. As ever, the fast-mixing product can be added to everything from hot and cold beverages to pureed foods to alter the consistency and leave the taste unchanged. Now, the single-serve thickener is available in mildly thick and moderately thick consistencies that come in convenient and discreet single-use packets. Thanks to this packaging system, each serving is pre-portioned and no measuring is required.
To help people who struggle with swallowing due to medical or other reasons, food and beverage brands are introducing a range of easy-to-swallow solutions in the form of supplements and meals.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Easy-to-swallow Solutions
- Opportunity for food and beverage brands to develop supplements and meals specifically designed for individuals with swallowing difficulties.
- On-the-go Thickening Solutions
- Opportunity for packaging companies to create single-serve thickening products that are convenient and discreet for individuals with dysphagia.
- Pre-portioned Packaging
- Opportunity for packaging companies to develop innovative pre-portioned packaging systems for food and beverage thickening products, eliminating the need for measuring.
Who This Affects Most
- Food and Beverage
- Opportunity for food and beverage industry to expand and cater to the needs of individuals with dysphagia by developing specialized products and solutions.
- Packaging
- Opportunity for packaging industry to create innovative packaging solutions for single-serve thickening products, making them more convenient for individuals with dysphagia.
- Healthcare
- Opportunity for healthcare industry to collaborate with food and beverage brands and packaging companies to provide better solutions and support for individuals with swallowing difficulties.
