Prof. Jianshe Chen has participated in a global effort in diet standardization for dysphagia patients. The effort is coordinated by the International Dysphgia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI), an independent, not-for-profit global entity, established in 2013 by a group of experts of clinical, caring, rehabilitation, as well as food background, coming from many different countries. Three years of ongoing work by the IDDSI has culminated in a final dysphagia diet framework. This framework sets globally acceptable terminology and definitions for the description of texture modified foods and thickened liquids used for individuals with dysphagia of all ages, in all care settings, and all cultures. The framework consists of a continuum of 8 levels (0-7), identified by numbers, text labels, as well as color codes (see inserted graph). After the publication of the framework, the IDDSI is now moving to stage two plan - the roll out and adaptation of IDDSI framework in target countries. A MAPA (Monitor Aware Prepare Adopt) roll out strategy has been developed. The implementation of the framework will bring great benefits to food industries and care industries in ensuring the quality of dysphagia diet and improving well-being of dysphagia patients. More information about IDDSI, the framework, and roll out plan can be found at www.iddsi.org.