STAGE II FULL LIQUIDS FOR 2 WEEKS 
       Full liquids from the list below can now gradually be added to 
       your diet.  

1. 3 meals per day with a liquid protein supplement twice 
    daily between meals. 
2. NO liquids with meals if soft food is included. You must wait 30-45   
    minutes for the pouch to empty before drinking. 
3. CHEW WELL- the food must be almost liquefied before swallowing.  

FULL LIQUID DIET(anything you had to eat with a spoon or could 
                            drink): 

         Mashed potatoes 
         Blenderized soup 
         Soup with noodles 
         Cottage cheese 
         Oatmeal
         Grits 
         Cream of wheat 

STAGE III – SOFT DIET 

         Soft fruit (banana, melon, strawberries) 
         Cooked vegetables and fresh green vegetables 
         Soft pasta (well chewed) 
         Eggs
         Toast or crackers 
    
 Gradually add regular foods and remember:  

Eat only at set meal times 
                  NO LIQUIDS with meals or for 30-45 minutes afterwards. 
                  Avoid cheap calories 
                           Fats 
                           High Calorie Liquids 
                           Sweets, ice cream, junk food, cookies 
                   Protein supplement drinks 1 time a day for 1 month