Thick & Easy Instant Food & Beverage Thickener 4.5g, Nectar, Gluten-free, Lactose-free Food thickener makes it easier, more appealing, and safer for swallowing-impaired patients to ingest foods. So versatile, they can be added to all types of hot & cold foods, liquids and supplement drinks without affecting the taste. Simply add Thick & Easy® to food or liquid, and almost instantly, they become the proper consistency for safe swallowing. Blends quickly and smoothly. Stops thickening after one minute. Retains consistency for shelf life of food or liquid. Doesn't bind fluid and is fully digestible. Allows for normal hydration. Releases 98% of available fluid after consumption. Available in large volume cans or single-serving packets.