The clear liquid diet allows foods that have no/low residue and fat. This is nutritionally inadequate and should not be given for more than 2 days unless ordered by the doctor. This diet is usually prescribed together with nutrient supplements.
The diet aims to prevent dehydration or, for some reasons, to clear the gastrointestinal tract. This dietary management is good for Loose Bowel Movement (LBM), Vomiting, Hepatitis.
Some Tips for a Clear Liquid Diet
- Give clear liquids as often as possible to prevent dehydration and to help increase calorie intake. Allow a feeding interval of 2 to 3 hours.
- Drink a variety of clear liquids like clear or strained juices, jello, and fat-free broth.
- Add salt and or sugar to the clear liquids to increase electrolytes and or calories.
Foods Allowed for Clear liquid Diet
Desserts/Sweets
- Gelatin
- Jello
Beverages
- Ginger ale
- Lemon-flavored soda
- Any clear juices or strained fruit juices (synthetic fruit juices)
- Strained rice and soy coffee
- Gatorade
Soups
- Clear fat-free broth
Foods Not Allowed
Solid Foods
- All
Beverages
- Milk and milk products
- Fruit shakes
Soups
- Soup cooked with fat and cream
Reference: Healing Wonders of Diet Effective Guide to Diet Therapy p.86 & 88 © 2003 Philippine Publishing House ISBN 971-581-013-6
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