I recently came across an article on the Nutritional Professionals Australia about liquidised food in the aged care sector. Below is some of the information.
It is important
that fluids be as nourishing as possible to provide all the nutrients required for the best overall quality
of life. A liquidised diet can be low in many vitamins and minerals, fibre, iron and energy (kilojoules
or calories). A multivitamin and an iron supplement many be needed. For example:
– Multivitamin:
Supradyn (soluble) one per day
– Iron supplement: Iron Melts or a liquid iron supplement once or
twice per week
Your dietitian will advise about the specific quantities of the various nourishing fluids needed. Weight should be monitored closely.
The liquidised food is also providing fluid- it is important to maintain an adequate overall fluid intake.
It is difficult to obtain sufficient fibre, and constipation may become a problem. Ensuring soups are rich in vegetables will help, as will ensuring adequate amounts of fluid daily. Including prune juice with breakfast is one way to help prevent constipation as well as exercise if it can be managed.
Benefibre is a soluble fibre supplement and can be mixed into hot and cold beverages to help improve fibre intake. It is tasteless and colourless and dissolves well unlike some fibre supplements which may form lumps. Follow the directions on the packet.