Non-chew Cookbook

Book excerpt: Abstract: Millions of Americans suffer from the consequences of poor chewing as a result of birth deformity, facial trauma or surgical alteration. For those who have lost their teeth and cannot be fitted with prosthetic teeth, inadequate nutrition may occur because of psychological depression associated with the lost funtion. Cancer of the mouth and temporomandibular joint problems can also result in appetite suppression. For these groups of suffers, this cookbook is written to offer appetizing recipes while providing a basic understanding of nutrition. Each recipe includes a per serving nutritional analysis. A section on basic nutrition, food groups, dining hints, recommended dietary allowances, and height/weight tables is included.