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Thickened Beverages with added protein

Swallow Solutions thickened beverages provide 12 g of protein per serving in a refreshing beverage that tastes great.

Intended as a primary source of hydration – not a once-a-day supplement
Made with whey protein for optimal nutritional benefit (PDCAAS score 1.0)
Not mouth-coating like many milky or shake-like beverages
No artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners

A variety of thicknesses to meet the diverse needs of today’s seniors.

Available in NECTAR (IDDSI 2) and HONEY (IDDSI 3) consistencies for individuals with dysphagia
Thinner SMOOTH and REFRESHING (IDDSI 1) beverages allow healthy seniors to benefit from additional protein intake

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Frozen Desserts with added protein

Swallow Solutions frozen desserts are a tasty way to get extra protein and are safe for individuals with dysphagia.

Refreshing sorbet flavors
Melt to nectar consistency
250 calories and 9 g of protein per serving

Why Protein?

Protein is a key building block for healthy muscles, bones, and skin.

The USDA reports that 30%-41% of women and 22%-38% of men over age 50 consume less than the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of protein.
Experts suggest that the protein RDA for older adults should actually be 25%-50% higher to optimize physical function.
Insufficient protein increases risk of falls and skin breakdown.
Increased protein intake is associated with a 26% reduction in stroke.
Incorporating supplemental protein into a diet provides critical amino acid building blocks.

Not All Protein Supplements Are Equal

Some proteins are more difficult to metabolize than others.

Our products contain high-quality whey protein. This protein breaks down easily and quickly in the body, making it ideal for seniors.
A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that older adults who took whey protein had greater muscle building compared with individuals who consumed other protein supplements.

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Testimonials

It’s good to have choices other than food for getting more protein. Liquid is an easier route that patients prefer.

Scott Schuld, Food Service Director

Mercy Medical Center, Oshkosh, Ascension Healthcare

As a dietitian working with dysphagic patients in both acute and sub-acute environments, I see that it is a constant clinical challenge for these patients to take in sufficient nutrition, including protein. What we really need is thickened beverages with added protein that also taste good.

Laura Isaacson, MS, RD, FAND, CD

Registered Dietitian, Director of Clinical Nutrition, Upland Hills Health

Given that seniors have difficulty consuming adequate protein, supplementation with high-quality whey protein is important to maintain healthy aging. Research has shown increased muscle mass, reduced sarcopenia, and improved quality of life with daily intake of protein supplements, especially those containing whey protein.

Denise M. Ney, PhD

Billings-Bascom Professor of Nutritional Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Tastes Great

Hydration and nutrition must start with great, refreshing taste.

A Swallow Solutions thickened beverage with protein was preferred to a leading brand of thickened beverage without protein in a blind taste test.

Comments from study participants:

“Well balanced between tart and sweetness”
“Sweet and tart like regular juice”
“The overall flavor is best”

Blind taste comparison of Swallow Solutions nectar consistency cranberry beverage with protein to leading brand of nectar consistency cranberry beverage without protein (n=67, 2017).

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