For people with swallowing difficulties, consuming regular food and liquids may be difficult. Using a thickener to change the texture of food can help ensure they receive the proper nutrition.
Each 125g Tin contains 90 scoops, which make the following # of 4 oz servings:
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L2 -Mildly Thick (Nectar Consistency) |
90 servings (1 scoop per serving) |
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L3 - Moderately Thick (Honey Consistency) |
45 servings |
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L4-Extremely Thick (Pudding Consistency) |
30 servings |
Each 5kg Tub contains 3,570 scoops, which make the following # of 4 oz servings:
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L2 -Mildly Thick (Nectar Consistency) |
3,570 servings (1 scoop per serving) |
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L3 - Moderately Thick (Honey Consistency) |
1,785 servings |
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L4-Extremely Thick (Pudding Consistency) |
1,190 servings |
Mixing Directions: Watch this video
Follow the chart below to achieve the desired consistency. Add the desired quantity of powder to hot or cold liquid. Stir briskly with a spoon or whisk until completely dissolved. Clear fluids will thicken within 1-5 minutes and nutritional supplements will thicken within 15-20 minutes. Click here for a detailed Preparation Guide.
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Desired Consistency (for Water, Juice, Milk, Tea, Coffee) |
125 ml (4 oz) | 250 ml (8 oz) |
| Nectar-Like | 1 Scoop | 2 Scoops |
| Honey-Like | 2 Scoops | 4 Scoops |
| Pudding | 3 Scoops | 6 Scoops |
ThickenUp Clear is suitable for children above 3 years of age.
Once opened, use ThickenUp Clear within 2 months.
| Nutrition Facts / Valeur nutritive | |
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| Serving Size: 1 Scoop (1.4g) / Par 1 mesure (1.4g) | |
| Amount / Teneur | |
| Calories / Calories 4 | Calories from Fat 0 |
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% Daily Value / |
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| Fat / Lipides 0g | 0% |
| Sodium / Sodium 15mg | 1% |
| Potassium / Potassium 5mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate / Glucides 1g | 0% |
| Protein / Protéines 0g | |
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* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. |
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Not a significant source of saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, fibre, sugars, vitamin A, vitamine C, calcium or iron. |
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Source négligeable de lipides saturés, lipides trans, cholestérol, fibres, sucres, vitamine A, vitamine C, calcium et fer. |
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Ingredients: Corn and potato maltodextrin, xanthan gum, potassium chloride. May contain milk. Ingrédients: Maltodextrines de mais et de pomme de terre, gomme de xanthane, chlorure de potassium. Peut contenir du lait. |
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This product is suitable for children above 3 years of age. Ce produit convient aux enfants de plus de 3 ans. |
Do I use the same amount of ThickenUp Clear powder to thicken liquids as I would my current starch-based thickener?
Compared to most current starch-based thickeners, a smaller amount of Thicken Up Clear powder is required to thicken the same amount of fluid to the same consistency. Please refer to the preparation charts.
When preparing a thickened beverage with ThickenUp Clear, does it make a difference to the end product if the thickener or the fluid is added first to the glass?
Yes, for best results it is recommended that the liquid be added to the powder. In other words, place the powder in the glass or container first, then add the liquid.
Sometimes when I thicken water with ThickenUp Clear it appears somewhat cloudy. Why does this happen and are there any tips to improve the clarity of the water?
ThickenUp Clear will occasionally trap air bubbles within the water and hold them dispersed throughout the thickened liquid. This can produce a cloudy appearance. Water with less “air” tends to produce a more clear appearance. The following are suggestions to help improve the clarity of water thickened with ThickenUp Clear:
Why does milk require a longer thickening time?
Fluids with a higher protein content typically take longer to thicken. It is suggested that milk stand for 5 minutes to achieve the desired consistency.
Does reheating of fluids thickened with ThickenUp Clear change the consistency of the product?
Heating beverages prepared with ThickenUp® Clear may cause them to appear thinner but the overall consistency should remain within the desired consistency range. Beverages thickened with ThickenUp Clear should be reheated only until desired temperature is achieved; do not exceed 180°F and DO NOT BOIL. Thorough stirring is recommended to achieve the best consistency and to prevent hot-spots. Hot beverages should always be checked prior to consuming to minimize the risk of burns.
Can I thicken coffee with milk? How do I do that?
Yes, you can thicken coffee with milk added to it. For the best results, make sure the milk is added to the coffee prior to thickening.
How do I thicken supplements? It seems to take longer to thicken supplements.
Refer to the Oral Nutritional Supplement Preparation Charts for details. Please note the time needed to thicken oral supplements may be longer than other beverages, (5-30 minutes depending on the oral supplement).
Can pureed food prepared with ThickenUp Clear be frozen, thawed, re-heated and served?
Yes, food prepared with ThickenUp Clear can be frozen, thawed, re-heated and served safely
Can ThickenUp Clear be added to hot and cold liquids?
Yes, it can be used in both hot and cold liquids.
Is ThickenUp Clear Gluten-Free?
Yes
Is ThickenUp Clear Lactose-Free?
Yes, but it is not for individuals with galactosemia.
Is ThickenUp Clear Kosher Dairy or Kosher?
ThickenUp Clear is Kosher certified – “Parve”. “Parve" means not containing milk or meat. ThickenUp Clear does not have Kosher Dairy designation as there is no dairy in the product.