Diet Example

Acceptable Patient Diet Options for Breath Tests

The diet will be restricted the day before the exam.

Some sample options are listed below:

Breakfast

  • Scrambled eggs (salt and pepper only/no other seasonings)[no cheese]

Lunch and Dinner

  • Baked or broiled chicken, fish or turkey, lamb, pork chop, beef (salt and pepper only/no other seasonings)
  • Clear chicken or beef broth
  • Burger – no bun/no cheese

Beverages

  • Tea – no cream or sugar
  • Coffee – black
  • Water