heart healthy diet
Low residue diet
SN instructed on a low residue diet
. A low residue diet
is a diet
designed to reduce the frequency and volume of stools while prolonging intestinal transit time. It is similar to a low-fiber diet
, but typically includes restrictions on foods that increase bowel activity, such as milk, milk products, and prune juice. A low residue diet
typically contains less than 7–10 grams of fiber per day. Long term use of this diet
, with its emphasis on processed foods and reduced intake of fruits and vegetables, may not provide required amounts of nutrients including potassium, vitamin C, calcium, and folic acid.Patient/caregiver verbalized understanding.