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Why Do Old People Need Thickened Water? [Solved]
Well, thickening liquids is all the rage in long-term care these days. Clinical studies have shown that making thin liquids thicker can help slow down how quickly a bolus moves from your mouth to your throat, which decreases the risk of it going down the wrong pipe. You know what they say: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!
