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Cancer and its treatment can have a number of effects on the body. Chemotherapy can affect your appetite and enjoyment of food and may lead to weight changes. It can also have an effect on your immune system, reducing the body’s natural defences against infection. This booklet will outline food safety and dietary advice to […]

A small tube known as a stent has been inserted into your oesophagus (gullet) and/or your stomach/duodenum (the first part of the bowel).  This has been inserted at the site where you may have a blockage or narrowing and will allow food to pass through your digestive system more easily by expanding and holding the […]

What is Dysphagia? Difficulty swallowing is referred to as dysphagia. It can be caused by a variety of conditions including neurological disorders (e.g., Parkinson’s), dementia, stroke, learning disability, general ageing, and general acute illness. If you or your relative has dysphagia, there may be a risk of food, drinks, or saliva “going down the wrong […]

You have been advised to follow a Level 3 liquidised diet because you have difficulty swallowing.  Liquidised foods will be easier for you to manage. What is a liquidised diet? How do I prepare liquidised puree food? Liquidise food using a blender or food processor.  Foods must be a smooth consistency with all lumps removed. […]

High Output Stoma When part of your bowel has been removed, the remaining bowel might not be able to fully absorb nutrients, fluid, and electrolytes (salts). They pass through the bowel quickly and this can lead to a high stoma output. Stoma output is considered high when it is more than 1.5L per day (approximately […]

You have been advised to follow a Level 6 soft and bite-sized diet because you have difficulty swallowing. What is a soft and bite-sized diet?  Paediatric = 8mm pieces Adult = 15mm = 1.5cm pieces/3/4 inch How do I prepare soft and bite sized food? Is the texture right? Food fortification for poor appetite or […]

You have been advised to follow a Level 4 thick puree diet because you have difficulty swallowing. Pureed foods will be easier for you to manage. What is a thick pureed diet? How do I prepare thick pureed food? Is the texture right? Food fortification for poor appetite or weight loss If you have a […]

You have been advised to follow a Level 5 Minced and Moist diet because you have difficulty swallowing. Minced and moist foods will be easier for you to manage. What is a minced and moist diet? You can change everyday foods by finely mincing or mashing. If the food cannot be finely minced, then you […]

Dietary & Lifestyle Advice Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common condition characterised by acid from the stomach leaking back up (‘refluxing’) into the oesophagus (gullet). GORD affects up to 1 in every 4 adults in the UK. When we eat, food passes down the oesophagus into the stomach. The stomach […]

Why do I need a high protein and high calorie diet? You should follow the advice in this leaflet to prevent weight loss and regain your strength and energy. This does not necessarily mean eating more food. It involves increasing the energy in your diet by making small changes. What should I eat? Fortifying your […]