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...

Speech-Language Pathology and Palliative Care “At the recent UKSRG conference, I sat in on several interesting talks. One was given by Laura Chahda about Speech Therapists/ pathologists role in palliative care. It was something new to me and so I asked Laura to share some of her presentation. You can find it below and hope you find it as interesting...

When powdered thickeners don’t work: a liquid thickening system is now available For many people with dysphagia, thickened drinks are essential for safer swallowing. In practice, however, not every patient can tolerate powdered thickeners — and when they don’t, adherence often breaks down. Clinicians hear it frequently:“I don’t like the powder.”“I...

How to thicken Christmas drinks and make them enjoyable 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 the moment everyone raises a glass together. And now your dysphagia patients can join in too. Slõ Syrup is a liquid drinks thickener designed to make any...

The Strawberries with 23g of Protein (min.) ONS drinks aren’t short of nutrition. On paper, they’ve always delivered protein, calories, vitamins, and minerals. The problem is, patients don’t drink on paper. And in practice, too many of those bottles are left unfinished. Real taste matters That’s why we made Slõ Milkshakes+ differently. No artificial...

The scoop-less alternative Tins of “Clear” powdered thickener and a scoop — that’s how drinks for people with dysphagia have been made for as long as we can remember. It works…up to a point. But the truth is, that scoop  is stressful to use and inaccurate. One scoop heaped, one scoop level. A drink that was sometimes too thin, frequently over thickened...

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,...

Why Dysphagia Friendly Drinks Need Time to Thicken When it comes to dysphagia friendly drinks, safety and consistency are everything. Yet some drinks thickeners promise they’re “ready in a minute.” If you’ve ever used them, you know that claim rarely holds up. Instead, rushed thickening often leads to over-thickened, lumpy, or inconsistent drinks...

Dietitian: “Is this ONS suitable for my patients with dysphagia?” Rep: “Yes.” Dietitian: “Where’s the Level?” Rep: “We don’t print it on the packaging, but they’re fine.” Dietitian: “Isn’t knowing the Level critical to preventing aspiration?” Rep: “Errr… yes.” It’s a conversation we’ve heard too many times. Some powdered ONS brands claim to be...

We were recently asked by a clinician why we call our pre-thickened ONS for dysphagia patients a milkshake. Well its because of the patients? As a clinician, you know when you are recommending products to a patient or their caregiver  one of the biggest challenges is explaining their benefits. When time is limited, finding descriptions that resonate...

Chasing feedback from all the different samples you request can be a lot to juggle. So, we’ve launched a new Dysphagia Sample Feedback Service to make things easier for you. Here’s the idea: whenever you request a sample from the www.slodrinks.com/clinicians-library, we will include an information leaflet with the same unique four-digit code you...

It is probably the one drink your dysphagia patients ask you for. Unfortunately, as you know – it is also the most difficult to thicken. Consequently, I’m going to suggest trying something different. A way for your dysphagia patients to finally enjoy their cup of tea. Ask them to drink it cold. I know. I can hear you saying, “What!?”. “Are you...

At a meeting with a team of Dietitians we heard for the first time about fortified milk and that it’s often the go-to recommendation for boosting calorie and nutrient intake in patients who need it most. But when it comes to thickening it for patients with dysphagia, things can get… tricky. Lumpy, gritty – a generally unpleasant texture; difficult-to-impossible...

Powder thickeners have – for years – been prescribed as part of the care plan for patients with dysphagia. But it’s universally known they are difficult to use. It can be almost impossible for patients and carers to achieve the right consistency for safer swallowing. Even for health professionals who work with dysphagia patients day...

By Mathew Done, Managing Director, Slõ: Drinks for Dysphagia In my 15 years focusing on developing drink thickening solutions for dysphagia patients, the intersection of dysphagia management and patient safety has become increasingly apparent. Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, presents not only as a significant health challenge but also as a...

Clinicians frequently seeing dysphagia patients, know the huge an impact it can have on quality of life. Timely identification and intervention is crucial for effective care, and it’s important for clinicians to have access to the best resources, so you can support individuals and care settings to spot the signs and symptoms of dysphagia early....

The festive season is upon us, bringing with it celebrations aplenty and the joy 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 friends, whether that’s a Prosecco, a glass of wine, a seasonal beer or even a special non-alcoholic soda. As a clinician, you know...

Meals and snacks can be a source of anxiety or distress for patients with dysphagia. Not only can eating cause them concerns around possible aspiration and choking, it can often take hours out of the patient’s and their carer’s day, drastically reducing the amount of time they spend on activities that improve their quality of life. For some...

For many patients who live with dysphagia, the summer months can be a dispiriting time. As you know – it’s important they stay hydrated as the temperature rises, and recommending suitable thickening agents and pre-thickened drinks is a crucial element of the patient’s care plan. Yet one of the most frustrating aspects of dysphagia, for patients...