liquid diet

liquid diet,

a diet consisting of foods that can be served in liquid or strained form but that may include custard, ice cream, pudding, tapioca, and soft-cooked eggs. It is prescribed in acute infections, in acute inflammatory conditions of the GI tract, and for patients unable to consume other soft or semifluid foods, usually after surgery. See also full-liquid diet.

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diet

the customary amount and kind of food and drink taken by an animal from day to day; more narrowly, a diet planned to meet specific requirements of the animal, including or excluding certain foods. See also winter diet.

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acid diet

diets of low alkalinity which are fed to cows to prevent milk fever. The diet in the 4 weeks preceding parturition, which is ordinarily highly alkaline, is supplemented with calcium chloride, and aluminum and magnesium sulfates, to reduce this alkalinity.

bland diet

one that is free from any irritating or stimulating foods.

calcium homeostatic diet

a diet aimed at maintaining normal blood levels of calcium in recently calved cows.

calculolytic diet

formulated to aid in the dissolution of struvite uroliths. Usually provides a low intake of protein, restricts phosphorus and magnesium, and acidifies the urine. Additional salt may also be included. These have been used successfully in dogs and cats.

deficient diet

see nutritional deficiency disease.

drought feeding diet

see drought feeding.

elemental diet

contains nutrients as small molecular weight compounds, i.e. proteins as amino acids or peptides, carbohydrates as oligosaccharides or monosaccharides, and fats as medium-chain triglycerides. Used in the treatment of gastrointestinal disease. Called also monomeric diet.

elimination diet

one for diagnosing food allergy, based on the sequential omission of foods which might cause the clinical signs in the patient.

geriatric diet

may vary in composition; generally, they are formulated to provide lower energy intake and increased digestibility.

gluten-free diet

one without wheat, rye, barley, buckwheat, or oats or related products.

high-calorie diet, high-energy diet

one that furnishes more calories than needed for maintenance; used to increase body condition, in recovery from illness and for maintenance under stressful conditions.

high-fiber diet

one relatively high in dietary fiber; in dogs and cats, used in the management of large and small bowel diarrhea, diabetes mellitus, constipation and obesity.

high-protein diet

one containing large amounts of protein; used in the management of dogs and cats recovering from illness.

home-prepared diet

one prepared in the home kitchen, in contrast with commercially prepared pet foods.

hypoallergenic diet

one formulated to avoid suspected allergens; usually used in the management of allergic skin or bowel disease.

liquid diet

a diet limited to liquids or to foods that can be changed to a liquid state.

low-calorie diet

one containing fewer calories than needed to maintain weight; normally used in management of obesity in dogs and cats.

low-fat diet

one containing limited amounts of fat; used in the management of pancreatic disease, bowel disease, and obesity in dogs and cats.

low-fiber diet

see low-residue diet (below).

low purine diet

in dogs and cats, generally a low-meat diet.

low-residue diet

one with a minimum of cellulose and fiber and restriction of connective tissue found in certain cuts of meat. It is prescribed for irritations of the intestinal tract, after surgery of the large intestine, in partial intestinal obstruction, or when limited bowel movements are desirable. Called also low-fiber diet.

low vitamin A diet

one containing low levels of vitamin A; in dog and cat diets, this would mean little or no organ meats. The only probable indication for such a diet is in the treatment of hypervitaminosis A.

lower urinary tract disease diet

one that promotes acidification of the urine and containing restricted magnesium and phosphorus, and sometimes increased salt.

monomeric diet

see elemental diet (above).

phosphate-restricted diet

one containing restricted amounts of phosphorus; used in the management of chronic renal disease.

polymeric diet

meal replacement diets; fed to animals with almost normal gastrointestinal function. Proteins, fats and carbohydrates are present in high molecular weight forms.

sodium-restricted diet

used in management of congestive heart failure and systemic hypertension in dogs and cats.

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liquid

1. a substance that flows readily in its natural state.

2. flowing readily; neither solid nor gaseous.

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liquid diet

a diet limited to the intake of liquids or foods that can be changed to a liquid state.

liquid nitrogen

compressed nitrogen in liquid form; used as a supercoolant in freezing semen, and in cryosurgery.

liquid paraffin, liquid petrolatum

see mineral oil.

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liquid diet

Clinical nutrition A very low-calorie diet that fulfils the daily fluid requirements and places little functional demand on the GI tract; LDs have little fiber and do not provide adequate protein or calories–circa 1000 kcal/day. See Bland diet, Diet.

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Patient discussion about liquid diet.

Q. I am planning to have a liquid diet to reduce my weight and to get shape. Is liquid or solid diet a nutritious and best diet? I am planning to have a liquid diet to reduce my weight and to get shape.

A. It’s a debatable issue to be frank. Liquid diet are emphasized to suite the calorie requirements for the dieters. General researches have shown that both give the same amount of nutrition. But one cannot survive with the liquid diet. You can have sold diet also that is less in fat content to meet your calorie requirement. Liquid diets are blunt to taste. But from the level of nutrition, no such differences are found. Irrespective of liquid or solid diet, one must watch out the calorie requirements to suit him/her.

Q. Can I try with a liquid diet? If so, what liquids should I not forget to include in my diet list? I am a freelancing fitness coacher for school children. I feel very much uncomfortable / bored to have solid foods with which my digestive tract gets affected. Can I try with a liquid diet? If so, what liquids should I not forget to include in my diet list?

A. All I can understand from your question is that you may be suffering from digestive trouble. If you develop digestive trouble with the consumption of solid food, try avoiding only that diet which causes the problem in you. It is not wise to avoid solid diet totally and consuming pure liquid diet. If you give up solid diet, how will you get your energy level? I shall suggest you to take a balanced diet with more of fruits, vegetables and nuts to feel better. Drink plenty of water every day as this helps with digestive trouble. Personally I shall suggest you to consult a doctor and check your digestive problem which may be a good solution.
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Q. I need some liquid diet program to reduce my weight. This is Goodday of 23 years old. I need some liquid diet program to reduce my weight.

A. Hi I’m following a liquid diet program by drinking a protein shake 3 to 4 times a day along with 3 small meals. Initially start by taking protein shake every 3 hours for a total of 4 shakes with no other foods. Do it for some time and not all days. If you follow this diet for 3 days/week then you can lose 1 pound each week on this program.