Use lemon juice instead of salt. Apply whole spices to food at least one hour before the end of the cooking period. Add ground spices to food about 15 minutes before the end of the cooking period. Avoid salty foods. These foods make you more thirsty.
Dry mouth is caused by medications.
It can be relieved by eating something such as frozen fruit or drinking very cold liquids. Like learning a new skill, time and patience are needed to succeed in managing your PD diet. Patience and good communication with your healthcare team are important. Be sure to discuss any dietary changes with your dietician and physician. Keep in mind that each patient's diet is set up for him or her because no two people are alike.