Tag: Modified texture foods

According to the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI), a level 6 diet is medically known as the 'Soft and Bite-Sized' diet, designed for individuals with moderate chewing or swallowing difficulties. This specific dietary modification involves food that is soft, tender, and moist throughout and cut into precise, small pieces to minimize choking hazards. A Speech and Language Therapist or a Dietitian typically recommends this diet to promote safe eating.

The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) has created global standards to ensure patient safety for those with swallowing difficulties. This guide details what foods are allowed on a Level 5 diet, also known as the Minced and Moist texture, to help you prepare safe, appealing, and nutritious meals.

According to the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI), pureed foods (Level 4) must be smooth, cohesive, and lump-free. Therefore, by definition, pureed foods are not near normal texture, as their consistency is intentionally modified to address chewing or swallowing difficulties.