Step 1 (Day 1-2)

What to Consume?

• Sugar-free, caffeine-free fluids without carbonate
• Water
• Fresh fruit juices (filtered, without bits)
• No sugar added fruit juices
• Sugar-free lemonade
• Broths (chicken, meat, vegetable)
• Yoghurt water (Ayran)
• Herbal Teas

Care Guidelines

• Consume drinks at room temperature.
• Sip slowly without using pipettes or spoons.
• Intake 30-60ml with 1-hour intervals.
• Ensure fluid intake of 1500-2000ml daily.
• Dilute freshly made juices with an equal volume of water.
• Use sugar-free or sweetener-based ready-made juices.
• For broths, avoid extra spices and oil.
• Herbal tea should be plain without lemon, sugar, or honey.
• Stop fluid intake during stomach fullness.
• In nausea or vomiting, halt fluid intake, sit upright, and sip slowly.
• After fluid intake, avoid napping or lying down for 30-45 minutes.

Step 2 (Day 3-14)

Continued Consumption

• Follow Step 1 fluid choices.
• Semi-skimmed and lactose-free milk
• Semi-skimmed and lactose-free yoghurt
• Sugar-free puddings
• Plain probiotic yoghurt
• Protein shake
• Soups (low-fat, low-salt, spice as needed)
• Vegetable and fruit mash

Additional Care

• Consume drinks and meals at room temperature, sipping slowly.
• Intake 60-90ml of fluid in 20-30 minutes.
• Ensure fluid intake of 1500-2000ml, including 1000ml of water daily.
• Small portions at 1-2 hour intervals (6-8 meals).
• Avoid oil and extra spices in vegetable mashes.
• Use meat and chicken broth without extra spices.
• Protein intake of a minimum 60g daily.
• Stop fluid intake when feeling full.
• No lying down after fluid consumption for 30-45 minutes.
• Follow vitamin-mineral and protein backup support recommendations.

Step 3 (Day 15-28)

Expanded Diet

• Soft solid meals in addition to Steps 1 and 2.
• Eggs, cheese, peeled fruits, well-cooked vegetable meals.
• Well-cooked minced meat, chicken, fish, and turkey.

Special Care

• No fluid intake with meals; consume 30 minutes before or after.
• Fluid intake during one meal: 120-180ml.
• Small portions at 6-8 intervals.
• Chew each bite 15-20 times before swallowing.
• Trial new foods slowly, watching for discomfort.
• Careful choices for vegetables, avoiding certain types.
• Use protein sources like eggs, milk, minced meat, and chicken.
• Avoid legumes, frying, roasting, and citrus fruits.
• Use cooking techniques without oil.
• Prioritize protein; balance intake for 60g daily.
• Follow protein shake recommendations.

Step 4 (28th day and onwards)

Diet Transition

• Prioritize protein; balance other nutrients.
• No fluid with meals; intake 30 minutes before or after.
• Minimum 1900ml fluid daily.
• Small portions, 6-8 meals, chew well.
• Avoid fried, roasted, sugary, alcoholic, and caffeinated items.
• Limit fat; opt for reduced-fat foods.
• Avoid nuts, dried fruits, pastries, and fatty delicatessen products.
• Stop eating when full; stick to the daily dietary plan.
• Prioritize protein in every meal; follow protein shake recommendations.
• Adhere to prescribed medications and multivitamin intake.