Recommendations+for+semisolids+and+solids

=Recommendations for Semi Solids and Solids=

Based on analysis done on diferent types of food textures by the NDD team, four levels of semisolid/ solid food levels in the national dysphagia diet were developed, which are: Based on this analysis four levels semisolid/ solid food segment of the National Dysphagia Diet were deeloped, which include: Homogenous, very cohesive, pudding-like, requires bolus control, no chewing required || 
 * **__Level 1:Dysphagia Pureed__**
 * **__Level 2 :__**__**__Dysphagia__ Mechanically Altered**__ Cohesive, moist, semi-solid foods; requires chewing ability ||
 * **__Level 3 : Dysphagia Advanced__** Soft- solid foods that require more chewing ability ||
 * **__Level 4: Regular__** All foods allowed ||

How to adapt a suitable diet for the patient