University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
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304

Pages:

5
Author:

Sheha A.

Soft Diet The term "soft" refers to the fact that foods included in this type of diet are soft in consistency, easily digestible, and low in fiber. A soft diet does not contain high fiber foods such as raw vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. It is often prescribed to patients who have difficulty chewing or swallowing. Examples of Soft Diet: Foods that are soft, easily digestible, and low in fiber. Examples include cooked vegetables, soft fruits, mashed potatoes, oatmeal, and soft cooked eggs. Foods to be avoided include raw fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. Soft diet can be: Low-residue diet: This diet is similar to a soft diet but is even lower in fiber. It is often prescribed for people with inflammatory bowel disease or diverticulitis. Bland diet: This diet is low in fat, fiber, and spices. It is often prescribed for people with ulcers or irritable bowel syndrome. Soft diet provides approximately 1800-2000 calories, 55-65g protein. Mechanical soft diet is also known as the bland diet. It is recommended for people with gastrointestinal problems. It is a normal diet, with the exclusion of some foods. This diet includes mechanically soft foods like cooked vegetables, soft fruits, mashed potatoes, oatmeal, and soft cooked eggs. It excludes foods which are mechanically hard, like raw fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. **Cells & Thermodynamics** Cells are the structural and functional units of life. Cells can be classified into two categories: * Prokaryotic cells: These cells do not have a well-defined nucleus. * Eukaryotic cells: These cells have a well-defined nucleus. Foods Included: Poached, scrambled eggs, stone-fried foods, salads, teas, coffees, alcoholic beverages, colas, and spices; High fiber foods, hot soups and beverages; whole grains with no fiber, soft cheeses. Foods Excluded: Fried foods, fatty foods, raw vegetables, whole grains with fiber, fibrous cheeses.