Leading the way for dysphagia cookbooks
Adjustment, standardisation, restriction, variation. Who would have thought these words would ever come close to the description of a meal, a bite of food or dinner preparation? But, for many living with dysphagia (dis-fay-juh; swallowing impairment), this is the reality. Meals require careful adjustment to ensure that each mouthful is swallowed safely.
Food is fundamental in how we engage with our loved ones, how we fuel our lives and express our personalities and religious beliefs. Delicious food can spark moments of joy, even in adverse conditions.
The Simply Modified cookbook is an ode to people living with dysphagia. Leading the way with nourishing wholefood recipes that can be easily modified to suit a diverse range of needs. These meals have been inspired by years of clinical experience, in the homes, hospitals, aged care facilities and hearts of many clients. Simply Modified has been created as the perfect companion to your dysphagia journey.
Along with your consulting Speech Pathologist, the cookbook will stay with you as a guide to the preparation of foods across various diet levels. With increased education, the terms should slowly fade from the forefront of your mind, as you return to the joy of food. Simply Modified is not a textbook, but rather a cookbook to inspire. Extend your knowledge of swallowing and enjoy foods safely.
Simply Modified speaks to you. Whether you’re living with dysphagia, a carer, a family member, a health professional or a lover of heart-warming food, this is your cookbook. A guide and inspiration to continue enjoying beautiful food.
Intentions
+ Inspire you to cook beautiful and delicious food
+ Increase your awareness of swallowing and the possible implications
+ Support informed decision-making to bring life back into your mealtimes
+ Increase your choice and control at mealtimes with wholefoods
+ Create moments of joy over a meal
+ Support connections between loved ones around the dinner table
So let us get started . . .
Written by Brie Simons
Speech Pathologist
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The Simply Modified cookbook shares wonderful insight into the condition, and provides strategies to support the comfort and enjoyment of nourishing mealtimes.
