What is dysphagia?
It is a “difficulty in swallowing”, which means that there is a problem at one or more of the stages of swallowing. As a result, food and/or liquid do not move normally from the mouth to the stomach.2
Who does dysphagia affect?
Dysphagia affects nearly 3 million Canadians, and one in 17 people will develop dysphagia in their lifetime.3-4 The number of cases is particularly high in older people, those who have had a stroke, people in long-term care homes, and those with Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease.5-8 Many people may not know they have dysphagia, as it is a vastly underreported condition and is not well understood by the general public.4
A refreshing and delicious thickened beverage for people living with dysphagia
Hydra+ beverages have been specially formulated to meet the specific needs of people with swallowing problems. The smooth consistency ensures a safe and easy swallow. Delicious taste you can count on!
Features and benefits
- Pre-thickened and ready to drink
- Delicious fruit beverages made with juices, available in assorted varieties:
– 100% apple juice
– 100% orange juice
– Cranberry cocktail
– Peach cocktail
- Water option – thickened water with a hint of natural lemon flavour
- Dairy option – 2% Canadian milk, thickened and fortified with vitamins A and D, available in 1L format
- No artificial sweeteners or colours
- Shelf stable (no refrigeration required before opening)
- Kosher
- Proudly Canadian
*Thickened beverages consumption in Canada, December 2019, Direct Link.
References: 1. Hirano I, Kahrilas PJ. Dysphagia. In: Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine, 20e New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. 2. BC HealthLink. Difficulty Swallowing (Dysphagia). 2017. 3. Cichero JAY et al. Dysphagia 2017;32:293-314. 4. World Gastroenterology Organization. Dysphagia – Global guidelines and cascades. 2014. 5. Dietitians of Canada. The Role of the Registered Dietitian in Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment – A Discussion Paper. 2005. 6. Singh S, Hamdy S. Postgrad Med J 2006;82:383-91. 7. Luchesi KF et al. J Otolaryngol ENT Res 2017;6(5):1-7. 8. Seçil Y et al. Clin Neurophysiol 2016;46(3):171-8.