The Sistema Mexicano de Alimentos Equivalentes (SMAE) 5th Edition is the most current tool used by nutrition professionals in Mexico to design personalized and flexible meal plans. This latest version, often referred to as Edition 5.0 Version 2.0 (2024/2025), features a database of 2,953 foods and specialized sections for common prepared dishes. Core Functionality
Customization: You can exchange foods within the same group to add variety to your diet without altering your total daily intake. 2. Main Food Groups and Subgroups
Hospitals use the SMAE to design "liquid," "soft," or "mechanical soft" diets. The 5th edition includes a new section on texture modification without nutrient loss.
