Soft diet
Soft Diet
A Soft Diet (pronunciation: /sɒft daɪət/) is a type of diet specifically designed for people who have difficulty in chewing or swallowing. It includes foods that are soft, easy to swallow, and gentle on the digestive system.
Etymology
The term "Soft Diet" is derived from the English words "soft" and "diet". "Soft" (from Old English sōfte) means easy to mold, not hard or firm to the touch. "Diet" (from Latin dieta meaning "daily food allowance") refers to the kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.
Description
A Soft Diet typically includes foods like cooked vegetables, ripe fruits, and ground or finely chopped meat. It excludes hard, crunchy, or spicy foods that might irritate the digestive system or be difficult to chew or swallow. This diet is often recommended for people recovering from surgery, those with dental problems, or individuals with certain digestive disorders.
Related Terms
- Liquid diet: A diet that mainly consists of liquids, or foods that turn into a liquid at room temperature.
- Pureed diet: A diet consisting of foods that have been blended, whipped, or ground into a paste or liquid.
- Mechanical soft diet: A diet that includes foods that are easy to chew and swallow, often used for people with difficulty chewing or swallowing.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Soft diet
- Wikipedia's article - Soft diet
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