verb (used with object), imitated, imitating. 1. to follow or endeavor to follow as a model or example: to imitate an author's style; to imitate an older brother. 2. to mimic; impersonate: The students imitated the teacher behind her back.
Clear Liquid Diet. Background: A clear liquid diet consists of most liquids you can easily see through like water, broth and plain gelatin. These are liquid at body temperature, easily digested and leave no residue in your intestinal tract. A clear liquid diet should not be continued for more than 3-5 days, as it cannot provide you with adequate calories and nutrients, and should not be tried without physician supervision.
Sample Menu of a Clear Liquid Diet. While a clear liquid diet is a rather boring diet, it's only temporary. Here's a sample menu idea of what you can have. Breakfast. One cup apple juice; One cup coffee; One dish flavored gelatin; Morning Snack. One cup apple juice; One popsicle; One glass water; Lunch. One cup tea One cup beef broth; One glass water