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Clear Liquids

If you have appetite loss, constipation, diarrhea, or vomiting, your doctor or dietitian may suggest that you have plenty of clear liquids. Get ideas on what to drink from this list of clear liquids.

Soups 

  • bouillon 
  • clear, fat-free broth 
  • consommé 

Drinks 

  • clear apple juice
  • clear carbonated beverages 
  • fruit-flavored drinks 
  • fruit punch 
  • sports drinks 
  • water 
  • weak, caffeine-free tea 

Sweets 

  • fruit ices made without fruit pieces or milk 
  • gelatin (Jell-O) 
  • honey 
  • jelly 
  • popsicles 

Nutritional supplements 

  • clear nutrition supplements, such as Boost Breeze and Ensure Clear
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