Title: The Effect of Oral Processing on the Viscosity of Thickened Drinks for Patients With Dysphagia
| Authors: | Vallons KJ, Oudhuis LA, Helmens HJ, Kistemaker C |
| Published: | 2015 |
| Journal: | Annals of Rehabilitation Medicine |
This study investigated whether a gum-containing or a starch-based thickener would retain its viscosity better during processing in the mouth. The study results indicate that gums protect the starch hydrolysis by salivary amylase in thickened drinks; this could lead to safer swallowing behaviour.
Citation: Vallons KJ, Oudhuis LA, Helmens HJ, Kistemaker C. The Effect of Oral Processing on the Viscosity of Thickened Drinks for Patients With Dysphagia. Ann Rehabil Med. 2015 Oct;39(5):772-777