Dysphagia is difficulty with swallowing. In the case of a loved one with a stroke, it was caused by the nerve and brain damage of the stroke. The damage may have also affected the ability to chew or move food around with the tongue. Signs of Dysphagia: 1  Food or drink leaking from the mouth. 2  Gurgling voice after eating or drinking.
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Examples of foods include smooth puddings, custards, yogurt, oatmeal, pureed fruits, and pureed meats. It may also be beneficial to sweeten, salt, pepper, and spice food according to taste preference. A pureed diet does not mean a bland diet.
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Thin liquids often cause choking and are harder to swallow than thick liquids. Examples of thin liquids are water, coffee, milk, soda, broth, and soup. Do not eat anything that melts, such as ice cream or ice cubes. Do not add ice cubes to thickened liquids.
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Definition. A clear liquid diet consists of clear liquids — such as water, broth and plain gelatin — that are easily digested and leave no undigested residue in your intestinal tract. Your doctor may prescribe a clear liquid diet before certain medical procedures or if you have certain digestive problems.
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You have been asked to go on a clear liquid diet for a screening or procedure. In general, a clear liquid diet consists of clear liquids or foods that turn to liquids at room temperature. For example: water, broth, clear juices, tea/coffee. The purpose of clear liquid diet is mainly to provide rest to your gastrointestinal tract prior to a test or procedure such as colonoscopy.
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Visit the following link for further information on this diet level with an in-depth food group review. http://www.dysphagia-diet.com/Images/Level%202%20Dysphagia%20Mechanically%20Altered%20Diet.pdf. Level 3 - This diet level includes food that is nearly normal excluding very hard, sticky, or crunchy foods.
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Nectar-thick liquids are easily pourable and are comparable to apricot nectar or thicker cream soups. Honey-thick liquids are slightly thicker, are less pourable, and drizzle from a cup or bowl. Pudding-thick liquids hold their own shape.
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Pudding-thick: 2 tablespoons of commercial thickener to 1/2 cup thin liquid. Add the thickener to the liquid, and stir vigorously for 20 seconds. Allow the drink to sit for at least 1 to 2 minutes to get the right thickness before serving or drinking. If the liquid is too thick, thin liquid can be added to reduce it to a thinner consistency. If the liquid is too thin, a small amount of thickener can be added. Do not “under thicken” liquids. It’s better to drink a liquid that is too thick than too thin.
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Purpose. A clear liquid diet is often used before tests, procedures or surgeries that require no food in your stomach or intestines, such as before colonoscopy. It may also be recommended as a short-term diet if you have certain digestive problems, such as nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, or after certain types of surgery.
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The following foods are allowed in a clear liquid diet: 1  Water (plain, carbonated or flavored). 2  Fruit juices without pulp, such as apple or white grape. 3  Fruit-flavored beverages, such as fruit punch or lemonade. 4  Carbonated drinks, including dark sodas (cola and root beer). 5  Gelatin. 6  Tea or coffee without milk or cream.
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what does thin liquid diet mean
Thin liquid diet means a clear liquid diet is often used before tests, procedures or surgeries that require no food in your stomach or intestines, such as before colonoscopy.