What's a Soft Diet?

A soft food diet, also called a bland diet, is made up of foods that are easy to digest. They're usually soft in texture and low in fiber. The idea is to eat foods that are easy to swallow and that you don't need to chew much. You'll need to avoid spicy, fried, or gassy foods.

What can you eat on a soft diet?

Soft Food Diet
  • Mush or porridge-type hot cereals like oatmeal, grits and Cream-of-Wheat.
  • Cereals that soften easily in milk like Rice Krispies and Corn Flakes.
  • Soft breads and muffins.
  • Pasta cooked to a soft consistency.
  • Potatoes and sweet potatoes without skin.
  • Soft fruits like ripe bananas and melon.

What are the best soft foods to eat?

Foods to Eat on the Soft Food Diet
  • Applesauce.
  • Canned fruit.
  • Steamed or soft-cooked vegetables.
  • Soft, skinless fruits, like bananas, stone fruits, and melons.
  • Baked fruits.
  • Salad greens.
Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.