Dietetic Technician how-to
How to Plan a Low-Sodium Menu
Good menus taste good and follow orders.
Quick answer
Good menus taste good and follow orders. In short: check; choose; limit, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Check the sodium limit.
Choose fresh foods.
Limit processed items.
Use herbs for flavor.
Balance the day.
Check totals.
Safety reminders for dietetic technicians
- Follow food allergy protocols
- Use food safety practices
- Check diet orders carefully
- Protect patient privacy
Key terms
Nutrition screening · Therapeutic diet · Diet order · Calorie count · NPO · Texture-modified diet: see the full dietetic technician glossary.