How important is water?

The human body is about two-thirds (approximately 70%) water
making it essential for your body and mind to work normally.
It lubricates the joints, eyes, aids digestion, flushes out toxins
and keeps you awake and alert.

Consequently the amount of water in your body only has to decrease
by a few per cent, for dehydration to occur. The effects of which can
be serious but easily avoided by drinking water regularly.

However this is particularly difficult for those with Dysphagia who
must consume water via thickened juices or hot thickened drinks.
Unfortunately research indicates that the powdered thickeners
typically used to prepare these drinks, make the problem worse.

One study found less than 50% of patients receiving thickened fluids
did so to the correct consistency causing the patient to be dehydrated.
Another, that dyshphagic patients are offered approximately 50% less
fluid to drink than those on normal fluids.

However Slõ Drinks are changing this and provide a better way for
dysphagic patients to maintain their hydration levels

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