Add Soft, blended foods, add ghee/butter to increase calorie density and flavour, esp. if underweight. Add pureed vegetables, fruit and oatmeal for constipation if any. Oral care is very important. Avoid seeds, nuts and difficult to chew foods if risk of aspiration persists.
Vitamin supplements will be needed. Avoid
sugar, juices, packaged foods with preservatives. Add eggs and 2-3 servings of dairy daily (1 serving= 1 cup curd/25g paneer). Avoid wheat and milk.
when to feed:Adjusting timing of meal times may involve smaller,more frequent meals throughout the day.Sufficient time is required between bites or drinks to allow for natural swallowing.Sometimes meals are scheduled around medication needs to avoid stomach upset.Curve appetites & address drowsiness.