Texture Modified Food

Heinz Baked Beans (UK) are a canned product consisting of navy (haricot) beans (approximately 47–51%) slow‑cooked in a rich tomato sauce with sugar, spirit vinegar, salt, and a blend of spice and herb extracts. The beans are naturally high in fibre (approx. 3.9 g/100 g), high in plant protein (approx. 4.8 g/100 g), low in fat (<0.5 g/100 g), and have a low glycaemic index (GI = 40), making them a nutritionally balanced staple. They are gluten‑free, suitable for vegans and vegetarians, and contain no artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives. For the dietitian, geriatrician, speech‑language pathologist, and endocrinologist, Heinz Baked Beans serve multiple clinical purposes: managing constipation through dietary fibre, supporting muscle mass maintenance with plant protein, improving glycaemic control with low GI carbohydrates, contributing iron for anaemia and potassium for hypertension, and serving as a texture‑modified food for dysphagia patients (IDDSI Levels 4–5). For the patient, a warm portion of Heinz Baked Beans on toast or as a side dish offers a comforting, affordable, and nutritious meal that supports digestive health, energy levels, and overall well‑being.