Lyons ReadyCare Nutritional Products
Instant Food Thickener


Dysphagia



Lyons ReadyCareTM Instant Food Thickener makes it easy for you to provide thickened beverages and pureed foods for your patients with dysphagia. Simply add our specially formulated thickener to hot or cold liquids or pureed foods to achieve the proper consistency for a safe swallow. Conveniently packed in single serve packets, 8 oz resealable cans or 25 lb case to respond to all your thickener needs.

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Lyons ReadyCare Instant Food Thickener

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NUTRITION AT A GLANCE
Item Product Pack Amt. Calories Total Carbohydrates g Sodium mg Potassium mg
1778 Lyons ReadyCare Instant Food Thickener 100/6.5g 1 Pkt. 25 6 15 0
1781 Lyons ReadyCare Instant Food Thickener 12/8oz. 1 Tbsp. 15 4 10 0
1797 Lyons ReadyCare Instant Food Thickener 10 lbs. 1 Tbsp. 15 4 10 0
1809 Lyons ReadyCare Instant Food Thickener 25 lbs. 1 Tbsp. 15 4 10 0


PACKAGING SPECIFICATIONS
Item Code Case Pack Case Weight Case Dimensions Case Cube Cases/Pallet
1778 100/6.5g 2.3 lbs 13 x 7.5 x 4.5 .25 180
1781 12/8oz cans 9 lbs 16.55 x 12.45 x 5.2 .62 112
1797 10 lbs 11.2 lbs 15 x 10 x 8 .69 66
1809 25 lbs 27 lbs 15.875 x 13.25 x 16.25 1.97 36


Shelf Life:
  • 2 years from production date kept in dry storage
Storage and Handling:
  • Store in a cool, dry place. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Kosher: and and

Gluten Free: Yes

Lactose Free: Yes

Ingredient Statement: Modified Food Starch (Corn)


Basic Mixing Directions:

Add the desired amount of ReadyCare Instant Food Thickener to beverages or pureed foods. Process for several seconds or until the thickener is thoroughly mixed.
  • To thicken liquids by the glass, add the measure amount of thickener to the liquid and stir for 10 to 20 seconds. See chart below.
  • Allow 1-4 minutes for liquid to reach desired consistency.
Recommended usage for 4 fl oz serving Nectar-like Honey-like Spoon Thick
Apple Juice/Cranberry Cocktail 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp + ½ tsp 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp
Orange Juice 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp + ½ tsp 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp
Water 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp + ½ tsp 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp
Hot Coffee/Tea 1 Tbsp 1 ½ Tbsp 2 Tbsp
Milk 1 Tbsp 1 Tbsp + ½ tsp 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp