Common Diets

Question 1

Diet: Consistent-Carbohydrate

Answer 1

Description: Low sugar; consistent carb intake
For: Diabetes

Question 2

Diet: Fat-Restricted

Answer 2

Description: Low fat intake
For: Cholecystitis, cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis prevention

Question 3

Diet: High-Fiber

Answer 3

Description: Increased fiber
For: Prevent or treat constipation

Question 4

Diet: Low-Fiber

Answer 4

Description: Low residue
For: Diarrhea, Crohn’s disease

Question 5

Diet: Low-Sodium

Answer 5

Description: Restricts salt intake
For: Hypertension, heart failure, kidney/liver disease

Question 6

Diet: Renal Diet

Answer 6

Description: Low protein, low sodium
For: Kidney disease, renal insufficiency

Question 7

Diet: Clear Liquid

Answer 7

Description: Transparent liquids only (e.g., chicken broth, apple/cranberry/grape juice)
Indications: Bowel prep before surgery or lower endoscopy

Question 8

Diet: Full Liquid

Answer 8

Description: All liquids, including creamy soups, milk, pudding
Indications: Transition from clear liquid to soft/puréed; post-op

Question 9

Diet: Puréed

Answer 9

Description: Blended to a smooth consistency; all foods allowed once liquefied
Indications: Chewing or swallowing difficulties

Question 10

Diet: Mechanical Soft

Answer 10

Description: Soft, chopped, ground, or mashed foods; excludes raw fruits/vegetables, seeds, nuts
Indications: Chewing or swallowing difficulties