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Easy-to-Chew and Easy-to-Swallow Foods

If you have mouth or throat problems such as dry mouth, sore mouth, sore throat, or trouble swallowing, your doctor or dietitian may suggest you have foods and drinks that are easy to chew and swallow. Get ideas on what to eat from this list of easy-to-chew and easy-to-swallow foods and drinks.

Main meals

  • baby food
  • casseroles
  • chicken salad
  • cooked refined cereals, such as Cream of Wheat, Cream of Rice, instant oatmeal, and grits
  • cottage cheese
  • eggs (soft boiled or scrambled) 
  • egg salad 
  • macaroni and cheese 
  • mashed potatoes 
  • peanut butter (creamy) 
  • pureed, cooked foods 
  • soups 
  • stews 
  • tuna salad
  • custard

Desserts and snacks 

  • flan 
  • fruit
  • pureed fruits or baby food 
  • gelatin (Jell-O)
  • ice cream
  • milkshakes
  • puddings
  • sherbet
  • smoothies
  • soft fruits, such as bananas or applesauce
  • sorbet
  • yogurt (plain or vanilla) 

Protein shakes and supplements

  • instant breakfast drinks, such as Carnation Breakfast Essentials 
  • liquid protein supplements, such as Ensure or Boost 
  • clear nutrition supplements, such as Boost Breeze and Ensure Clear
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