How Do You Follow A Clear Liquid Diet?
• Drink water. • In addition to tap water, you can drink sparkling water or bubbly water when you’re on a clear liquid diet. • Flavored waters are OK, but avoid those containing caffeine. • Enjoy fruit juices. • Fruit juice without pulp is acceptable, so you should look for juices like apple juice, grape juice and cranberry juice. Juices that contain pulp, such as some types of orange, grapefruit, or lemon juice, are not acceptable on a clear liquid diet. • Vegetable juices are not permitted on a clear liquid diet. • Warm up chicken broth or beef broth to drink. • Using chicken broth or beef broth sold in a can or a box is preferable to using homemade broth. If you have your own broth stored in your home, it’s possible you can make it work if you strain it to remove any little bits of leftover food from the broth. • Stock up on clear, caffeine-free sodas or sports drinks. • Caffeine is a diuretic, meaning it can pull water from your body. If you’re on a clear liquid diet, hydration is
