Simply Thick Gel Thickeners

For anyone managing dysphagia, the difference between a gel-based thickener and a starch-based one shows up in every sip. Simply Thick EasyMix uses xanthan gum rather than starch, so it thickens thin liquids to a stable, clear consistency that holds without turning gritty, thinning out over time, or continuing to thicken in the cup. That stability matters for swallowing safety — the consistency you mix is the consistency the person swallows minutes later.

This collection carries Simply Thick in the formats caregivers and clinicians actually reach for. Individual packets keep dosing consistent and portable — the EasyMix Nectar Consistency 6-gram packets are sized for single servings, while the 48-gram packets handle larger volumes or batch mixing. For those following IDDSI guidance, we stock a Slightly Thick 4 oz. serving option at 0 calories alongside the standard 5-calorie nectar formulas, so you can match the exact level a speech-language pathologist has recommended.

A few points buyers commonly ask about: Simply Thick is unflavored, so it won't alter the taste of coffee, juice, or supplements. It's intended for ages 12 and up. Because it's a gel, it blends smoothly into hot and cold beverages and even pureed foods without clumping, and it doesn't leave the cloudy residue starch thickeners can. Mixing is straightforward — squeeze or stir the packet in and it reaches consistency quickly.

If you're comparing options for a care plan, it's worth seeing how gel and powder thickeners perform side by side. Browse our starch-based alternatives Thick-It and Thick & Easy to weigh consistency, taste, and cost against Simply Thick's gel formulation. For related hydration and irrigation needs, we also carry Simply Water and Simply Saline.