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August 22, 2021
Rice Porridge Around the World
Rice porridge, also known as congee, is a variety of common stable foods in Asia. However, congee may pose a special threat to those who have swallowing difficulties because of its mixed consistencies. We will introduce some common types of congee...
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March 29, 2021
Introducing the US & Territories IDDSI Reference Group Committees
The USTIRG have set up a number of committees to help move forward with IDDSI implementation in the USA and Territories.
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January 19, 2021
Full Nutrition Care Manual (NCM)® Transition to IDDSI Framework by October 2021
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is pleased to announce beginning October 2021, IDDSI will be the only texture-modified diet recognized by NCM®.
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October 01, 2020
Focus on Puree
We eat with our eyes. One of the ways of making pureed food look more appetising is to shape it so that it looks like food we recognise. 
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September 23, 2020
Why Temperature Is So Important

Thick liquids change thickness levels depending on their temperature.

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September 21, 2020
Mixed Dual Consistencies
Why are ‘mixed consistency’ or ‘dual consistency’ or ‘two phase’ foods not recommended for people with dysphagia?
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Do not alter the elements of the IDDSI Framework. Alterations may lead to confusion and errors in diet texture or drink selection for patients with dysphagia. Such errors have previously been associated with adverse events including choking and death.


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