Description

This extremely thick orange juice is expertly formulated for individuals with dysphagia, offering a safe and manageable drinking experience. Classified as IDDSI Level 4, it is designed to be consumed with a spoon, ensuring ease and safety for those with swallowing difficulties. The smooth, lump-free texture holds its shape on a spoon, providing a cohesive and non-sticky consistency that enhances tongue control and promotes safe swallowing.

Key Features

• IDDSI Compliance: This product meets the stringent requirements of IDDSI Level 4, passing both the Fork Drip Test and Spoon Tilt Test. It does not drip through fork prongs and falls off a spoon easily when tilted, ensuring the ideal texture for its intended use.
• Intended Use: Recommended for individuals with swallowing disorders, including paediatric use with an age-appropriate diet. It should be consumed under medical supervision to ensure adequate fluid and nutritional intake.

Ingredients

Crafted from reconstituted orange juice (at least 95%), the formulation includes:

• Sugar
• Thickeners (xanthan gum, tara gum)
• Acidity regulator (citric acid)
• Natural flavour
• Preservative (potassium sorbate)

For the bulk serve variant, additional ingredients include water, glycerine, emulsifiers, and stabilisers.

Nutritional Information

Per 175 mL serve:

• Energy: 380 kJ (91 kcal)
• Carbohydrates: 20.8 g
• Dietary fibre: 2.5 g
• Potassium: 257 mg

This product is free from artificial colours and flavours, and is suitable for gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, halal, and kosher diets.

Packaging and Storage

Available in a ready-to-drink 175 mL cup and a 2.75L bulk serve bottle with a dosing pump. The single-serve option features a patented Dysphagia Cup with a sloped rim, easy-peel lid, and textured sides for improved grip. Once opened, it should be refrigerated and consumed within 24 hours. The product remains shelf-stable for 12 months when stored in a cool, dry place.

Warnings

Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition and not recommended for children under 1 year of age (single-serve) or under 3 years (bulk serve). It is ideal for use in hospitals, aged care homes, and home care settings, providing a reliable solution for those managing dysphagia.