What is a Stage 3 Dysphagia Diet? A Guide to Advanced Textures
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According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), dysphagia affects an estimated 1 in 25 adults annually, requiring many to follow specialized diets. A critical step in the recovery process is understanding **what is a Stage 3 dysphagia diet**, a transitional phase that bridges the gap between mechanically altered and regular-textured foods.
