Dysphagia Drinks Made Easier — Now on Amazon Prime Slõ Syrup, a liquid drinks thickener, and Slõ Milkshakes+ are now also available on Amazon Prime Amazon.co.uk: Slõ Drinks and at Shop Drinks Thickener for Dysphagia — giving patients and carers another way to access dysphagia drinks that are easier, safer and more enjoyable. If you or someone you...

Struggling to eat enough with Dysphagia? Go Slõ. There’s a moment many people living with Dysphagia—and those caring for them—will recognise. You make something to eat.You take your time.You do it properly. And still… it doesn’t get finished. Eating with Dysphagia isn’t just harder. It’s slower. Takes more effort. More planning. So even when everything...

When powdered thickeners don’t work: a liquid alternative is now available For many people with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), thickened drinks are an important part of staying safe and well hydrated. However, powdered thickeners don’t work for everyone. People often say: “I don’t like the powder.” “I find it hard to make up.” “I’ve stopped...

Enjoyable thickened Christmas Drinks Enjoyable thickened Christmas Drinks Somehow, having a glass of Asti, Champagne or ‘Secco has become an essential part of Christmas celebrations. It’s more than a drink — it’s that shared moment when everyone raises a glass together. And now, if you have dysphagia, you can join in too.   Slõ Syrup is a liquid...

Tins of Thickener Belong in the Dark Ages Thickening drinks for people with dysphagia doesn’t have to mean opening a tin of powder, measuring out scoops, and hoping you’ve got the right consistency. That way of doing things is slow, messy, and often results in drinks that are lumpy, cloudy, or left unfinished. It’s time for something safer, easier,...

Slõ Syrup Now Available on Amazon.co.uk Slõ Syrup is now available on Amazon.co.uk . The Liquid Drinks Thickener that Makes Dysphagia Friendly Drinks Safer, Easier, and More Enjoyable—is Just a Click Away. We’re thrilled to announce that Slõ Syrup, our revolutionary liquid drinks thickener for people with dysphagia, is now available to buy directly...

How to Easily Make Dysphagia Friendly Drinks That Are Safer and Enjoyable If you or someone you care for has swallowing difficulties (dysphagia), you know how important it is to have dysphagia friendly drinks that are safe, consistent, and enjoyable to drink. Some drinks thickeners claim they work in just a minute. But in reality, dysphagia friendly...

Living with dysphagia, knowing what’s safe to eat or drink is essential. That includes knowing the IDDSI Level of every drink or nutritional supplement you’re given. But believe it or not, some thickened drinks and powders don’t tell you the Level on the pack. That means carers, family members—or you—have to guess whether it’s right. And...

Caring for a loved one with dysphagia can be challenging, especially when it comes to ensuring they get the right nutrition. Pureeing meals and snacks seems to take up so much time and they don’t always look appealing. That’s why we created Slõ Milkshakes+. What is a Slõ Milkshake+? Everyone knows what a milkshake is and can picture a delicious...

It’s the one drink many people with dysphagia want. Unfortunately, it’s also the most difficult to thicken. Consequently, I’m going to suggest trying something different. A way to enjoy a thickened cup of tea…drink it cold. I know. I can hear you saying, “What!?”. “Are you out of your mind?”. Let me explain. For a long time, years, we have tried...

We have recently heard that many people with dysphagia are encouraged to use fortified milk to help boost calories and nutrients. It’s great for adding nutrition, but we’ve also heard how hard it can be to thicken with powdered thickeners. Lumpy, gritty textures and frustration when using powder thickeners are common complaints. We understand how...

If you are living with dysphagia, you’ll find thickened drinks tricky to make and disappointing to drink when made with powdered thickeners. But you are not alone. Even health professionals who work with dysphagia patients day in, day out, can find old-fashioned tinned thickening powders inconvenient. Everyone is familiar with the ‘scoop and hope’...

Dysphagia, a condition characterised by difficulty swallowing, is thought to affect around 4 million people in the UK. It often affects those who are living with another health condition, such as dementia or those who have experienced a stroke or head injury, and it can hugely impact a person’s quality of life. Being able to spot the first signs...

The festive season is upon us, bringing with it joyful celebrations and the warmth of family gatherings. For many, it’s a season that’s synonymous with the clinking of glasses; of raising a toast with loved ones, and getting together with friends to enjoy a glass of Prosecco or wine, a seasonal beer or even a special non-alcoholic soda. They are...

Clinicians and healthcare practitioners across the UK are currently reporting a shortage of their usual pre-thickened oral nutritional supplements. If you’re experiencing the same frustration, you can prescribe our Slõ Milkshake+ as an alternative. A pre-thickened powdered ONS provides an easy-to-use, great-tasting solution that flows slõ to deliver...

Meal and snack times can be difficult for those living with dysphagia and needing thickened drinks. We all know how important it is to make sure we’re getting the vitamins and nutrients we need to stay healthy, but eating with dysphagia can feel like a chore rather than something to enjoy. It can be worrying, and take a long time to prepare and...

On a hot summer’s day, when the sun’s beating down from a cloudless sky, there are few things better than finding a spot in the shade to enjoy an ice-cold glass of your favourite fizzy drink. We’ve all been there. And we all know it’s not just about staying hydrated – it’s about that instant and joyful relief of feeling genuinely refreshed. But...

For older persons, seniors or the elderly, it can be difficult to eat enough and maintain the nutritional intake required. This may be because they’re not as active and slowing down. This automatically reduces appetite and only smaller meals are required. Even these may left unfinished as chewing and swallowing is difficult due to conditions affecting...

Last week on LinkedIn we read about a podcast created by Theresa Richard, an American Speech Pathologist and specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders. It discusses medication and the issues for Speech Pathologists (Therapists). Whilst it has been created for health care professionals, it will give you an insight into how they are trying...

We recently read about a course that focused on creating pureed diets produced by Dietitian, Rachael Masters. Passionate about nutrition and a keen interest in dysphagia, Rachael wanted to provide a course that provides useful information and practical advice for caterers and people living at home.   We therefore wanted to share what she has done...