a) Modification of consistency
b) Modification of fibre
c) Modification in nutrient intake
d) Exclusion of certain food (allergies)
- In allergic conditions certain specific foods to which the individual is extremely
allergic should be excluded from the diet .Some people are allergic to protein
foods like milk ,eggs peanut ,soy and seafood
- Bland Diet
Is a diet modified to avoid irritation of any kind to the gastrointestinal tract.
These diets are mechanically, chemically and thermally modified. Strong spices,
stimulants and strongly flavored vegetables and fruits that irritates should be
avoided .The food should be served at room temperature.
e) Increasing frequency of feeding
In some conditions patients may not be able to eat very large amounts of food at one time. It may thus be essential to give smaller meals at frequent intervals as in the case of fevers, diarrhea and ulcers. In such cases provide small but frequent meals at each interval.
Titany answered the question on November 4, 2021 at 09:15