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1. Purpose²to provide hydration to a post-op patient

2. Foods Allowed²tea, coffee, fat-free broth, bouillon, fruit ices, popsicles, gelatin, soda

3. Foods Not Allowed²milk products, fruit juices with pulp






1. Purpose²after a post-op patient tolerates clear liquids, this is often ordered.

2. Foods Allowed²all foods that are liquid or are liquid at room temperature

3. Foods Not Allowed²nuts, beans, solid food





1. Purpose²for post-op patients after full liquid or for patients with infections or GI problems

2. Foods Allowed²all foods that are soft, tender, minced, stewed, or creamed

3. Foods Not Allowed²coarse or whole grain breads, meats, sharp cheeses, dried fruits and nuts





1. Purpose²to eliminate irritating foods to allow the stomach lining to heal (ulcer patients)

2. Foods Allowed²milk, custards, white bread, cooked cereals, creamed or pureed soups, baked
or broiled potatoes

3. Foods Not Allowed²strongly flavored and highly seasoned foods, coffee, tea, citrus fruits,
raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains, very hot or cold beverages






1. Purpose²to reduce fiber for patients with Crohn¶s disease, colon or rectal surgery, esophagitis,
diarrhea.

2. Foods Allowed²clear fluids, sugar, salt, meats, fats, eggs, some milk, refined cereals and
white breads, peeled white potatoes

3. Foods Not Allowed²cheeses, fried foods, highly seasoned foods, and high fiber foods





1. Purpose²to provide bulk in the stool and bring water into the colon for patients with
constipation or diverticulitis
 2. Foods Allowed²raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains

3. Foods Not Allowed²minimize low fiber foods

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1. Purpose²for patients with kidney, cardiovascular disease or hypertension to control the

retention of sodium and water and thus lower blood pressure

2. Foods Allowed²natural foods without salt, milk, and meat in limited quantities

3. Foods Not Allowed²canned prepared foods, table salt, most prepared seasonings not labeled
low sodium


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1. Purpose²eliminates gluten, a protein found in wheat products. These are used for patients
with malabsorption syndromes such as celiac disease.

2. Foods Allowed²rice, corn, soy flour, fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, milk

3. Foods Not Allowed²all wheat, rye, barley, oats: many prepared foods such as creamed sauces
or breaded foods (may contain thickeners and fillers)





1. Purpose²to reduce or eliminate foods with lactose, for patients who cannot metabolize it

2. Foods Allowed²most meats, fruits and vegetables, cereals and grains

3. Foods Not Allowed²foods containing lactose, such as milk, cheese and ice cream



1. Purpose²to reduce the intake of cholesterol in order to lower blood cholesterol levels

2. Foods Allowed²fruits, vegetables, lean meats and fish, poultry without skin, skim milk

3. Foods Not Allowed²organ meats, egg yolks, shrimp, beef, lamb, pork

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1. Purpose²to reduce the amount of purine, which is a precursor of uric acid, in the diet. It is
used with patients who have gout or uric acid kidney stones.

2. Foods Allowed²most vegetables (except cauliflower), spinach, asparagus, peas, fruit juices,
cereals, eggs, cottage cheese
 3. Foods Not Allowed²organ meats, fish, poultry, lentils, dried peas, nuts beans, oatmeal, whole
wheat.