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Understanding Dysphagia

Dysphagia refers to swallowing difficulties, such as choking on food or drinks, coughing during or after swallowing, and difficulty moving food around in your mouth. If swallowing isn't safe or effective, eating and drinking can become stressful, but with the right support, it can be managed.

If you recognise these symptoms, it's important to talk to a health care professional promptly.

Why Dysphagia Matters: 55% of older people with dysphagia are at risk of malnutrition.

Supporting Nutrition and Confidence

When swallowing is a challenge, the impact goes beyond nutrition. Fear of eating can develop into a psychological barrier to your wellbeing. By choosing oral nutritional supplements (ONS) that match the IDDSI framework for your particular needs, you can continue to meet your nutritional requirements while also building confidence.

With the support of your healthcare team, you’ll find options that are suitable for your needs, whilst also fitting your daily routine and personal preferences.

Fresubin's dysphagia range is available in a variety of formats, including Thick&Easy Clear Food Thickener, Fresubin Praline-flavoured 2KCAL Crème and Fresubin Vanilla-flavoured Thickened Level 2 Drink.

Finding the Right Way to Eat and Drink Again

At first, mealtimes felt overwhelming. Worrying about choking made it easier to avoid eating and drinking altogether. With support from a healthcare team, the right textures and thickened drinks were identified, making eating and drinking safer and more manageable.

Over time, with careful monitoring and the right support, regular meals and thin drinks became possible again.

Explore Patient Stories
A smiling woman holding a glass of a light-green drink explains, "I avoided meals because I worried about choking. Thin liquids made me cough. With healthcare support, I learned which textures were right for me, mildly thick drinks were safer.'

*Fresubin products are food for special medical purposes, to be used under medical supervision. For the dietary management of patients with/ at risk of malnutrition. To be used under medical supervision.