Why can rough and spicy food cause more problems in mouth sores?
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Correct answer: It can increase pain, irritation, and friction
Mouth sores involve damaged or inflamed oral tissue. Rough foods can scrape the sore surface, while spicy, very salty, acidic, or excessively hot foods can irritate exposed tissue and increase burning and pain. Soft, moist, mild foods served at a comfortable temperature are generally easier to tolerate. Food modification should still provide adequate nutrients and fluids; roughness and spice do not improve healing or remove swallowing risk.
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It can increase pain, irritation, and friction
Why is this the correct answer?
Mouth sores involve damaged or inflamed oral tissue. Rough foods can scrape the sore surface, while spicy, very salty, acidic, or excessively hot foods can irritate exposed tissue and increase burning and pain. Soft, moist, mild foods served at a comfortable temperature are generally easier to tolerate. Food modification should still provide adequate nutrients and fluids; roughness and spice do not improve healing or remove swallowing risk.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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