DIETARY MODIFICATION

AND DIETARY THERAPY

DOLORES L. ARTECHE, DSN
DIETS MODIFIED IN CONSISTENCY
A modified consistency diet involves the
consumption of foods that have undergone
a change in consistency.
Two Types:
1. Diet without solid
2. Diet with solid
Diet without Solids
Liquid Diet – consist of a variety
of foods that are liquid or
liquefy at room temperature.
BLAND DIET
A bland diet is a diet
consisting of foods that
are generally soft, low
in dietary fiber, cooked
rather than raw, and
not spicy.
 Liquid diets are of two types namely:

1. Clear fluid diet

- usually used for 1 to 2 days
- after that a more liberal liquid diet is
given
2. Full Fluid Diet
- this diet includes all foods which are
liquid at room temperature
- it is free from cellulose and irritating
condiments
- six or more feedings can be given
daily
Diet with Solids
Soft and Low Fiber Diets
- includes both liquid and solid foods which
contain restricted amount of indigestible
carbohydrates and no tough connective
tissue
Low Residue Diet
- made up of foods which can be
completely absorbed
- foods high in fiber should be omitted
- this diet provides insufficient
minerals and vitamins
High Fiber Diet
- dietary function plays a significant
role in colonic function
- fiber is increased to 15-20 gms daily
- fluid intake is also increased
CUT UP FOOD CONSISTENCY
CHOPPED FOOD CONSISTENCY
GROUND FOOD CONSISTENCY
PUREED DIET
DIETS MODIFIED IN COMPOSITION

1. Low in Calorie
2. High Calorie
3. High Protein
4. Low Protein
5. Low Fat/ Low Cholesterol
6. Low Carbohydrate
7. Low Sodium
8. Low Potassium
9. Low Uric Acid/Low Purine
Diet