Tag: Thickened food

According to the product manufacturer, Nutricrem is indeed IDDSI level 4 when served chilled or at room temperature, but its consistency changes to level 3 when warmed. This specialized nutritional dessert is formulated to assist individuals with dysphagia who require a texture-modified diet for safe swallowing.

According to the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI), a level 4 meal is a pureed food that is smooth, cohesive, and requires no chewing. This specialized diet is prescribed for individuals with swallowing disorders, such as dysphagia, to minimize the risk of choking and make eating safer and more comfortable. It is a critical component of medical nutrition therapy, designed to meet nutritional needs when chewing is not possible.