The patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis may have difficulty chewing and swallowing food. Therefore, solid foods that are soft and easy to chew, such as meatloaf and mashed potatoes, are the safest. Bone broth and tea are thin liquids that are difficult to swallow and will increase the risk for aspiration. Steak, turkey sandwich, and raw carrot sticks are all foods that are difficult to handle and chew. French fries may be an appropriate food choice, but the steak is not.