Hello everyone.
I am just thinking of ideas and some things i tried with family member , if anyone has own /family problems eaten or would maybe give it a try , hoping it will someone.
Liquidizer helps but no essential. Hand/ Electric whisk.
Weetabix mixed with cream. Its soft and easy to swallow ( Also porridge, Readybrek)
Ice Cream - Full of protein.
Milk Shakes - Lots of yummy flavours, thick smooth and well blended
Milk, Fruit smoothies (blended to a smooth consistency) (Home-made smoothies if have a blender) Lots of Protein
Cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, grated cheese (add to veggies, omelets,)
Yogurt , smooth and creamy (choose Greek or Icelandic for more protein), yogurt drinks,
Honey, jam, syrup chocolate spread if wish and like it.
Specialty coffee drinks (e.g. Frappuccino)
Nutrition supplement drinks
Cream soups
Cream pie, Custard, Mousse
Puddings (smooth and without chunks)
Fruit purees (e.g., strawberry puree, mango puree)
Fruit juices (without pulp)
Canned fruits (in natural juices or syrup, choose softer varieties)
Fruit sorbet or fruit-based ice pops (smooth and melted)
Quick meals snack ideas.
Omelette served with well mashed or sweet potatoes or both
Creamed salmon with mashed or sweet potatoes or both ( Why Not)
Eat foods with gravies and sauces or drink fluids with your meals to help wash foods down
Soft and well-soaked bread (e.g., white bread, whole wheat bread)
Soft and moist pancakes or waffles
To add extra calories and protein:
Use high-fat dairy products like whole 3.25% milk, cream, and full-fat yogurt in recipes
Add skim milk powder, unflavoured protein powder, or shredded cheese to soups or veggies
Beat an egg into hot cereal or soup while it is cooking
Blend healthy fats like avocado, olive oil, and nut butters into smoothies.
Soft and ripe bananas
Applesauce (smooth and without chunks)
Pureed or mashed cooked fruits (e.g., pears, peaches)
Hi Mc1964
Thanks very much for taking the time to list what foods you have found helps. I'm sure other members of this group will find it useful.
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