Texture-modified

Pureed or soft-textured for people with dysphagia (IDDSI scale).

What It Is

For individuals with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing): older adults, care homes, hospitals, or after certain surgeries. The international IDDSI scale defines the levels: from thickened liquids to puréed, minced, and soft textures.

Important

Ask what level the person needs: a smooth purée is not the same as a soft, easy-to-chew texture.