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.
A clear liquid diet helps maintain adequate hydration, provides important electrolytes like sodium and potassium, and. gives some energy when a full diet isnât possible. A clear liquid diet is often prescribed: â¢ To prepare for medical procedures, such as sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, some x-rays, or for surgery. â¢ If you have certain digestive problems, such as nausea, abdominal distention vomiting or diarrhea because clear. liquids are easily absorbed by the body and reduce stimulation of the digestive system.