I saw a thread somewhere, but I've read so much, I can't find it.

Would you pls provide suggestions of food items we should stock up on? I know post-op is different for everyone, depending on dr, but there seems to be a common for all. SF Jello, and stuff like that.

Also, there were other things too I remember, like anti-nausea meds, and gas x...are there other things too we should have too?

Want to have all my things in order so I don't have to worry about this little stuff.

Thank you!

My DH has been drinking Crystal Light drink mixes. Also chicken broth & beef broth, SF popsicles, SF Jello & SF pudding as well as tomato Soup. That's about the extent of what he's had though, thus far. (8 days post op). Good Luck!!

ETA: oh...can't forget the Protein! He's been drinking whey Protein mix as well as taking Vitamins, etc.

Edited June 10, 201016 yr by weso631

I started a word document during my preop phase of all the things i seen on this board. Here is a cut and paste with out a review. So sorry if items are repeated.

Flavorless Protein Mix

Protein drinks

Soup Soup Soup

Cans of chicken breast that I can warm up and eat

pineapple juice....

sugar-free popsicles

bariatric Vitamins

Rx for pain meds (the doctor will give it to you ahead of time so you don't have to worry about filling it after you get home)

FiberSure (or other soluble fiber)

Gas-X

a few good-tasting Proteins (in addition to the flavorless)

Lots of broth

sugar-free popsicles

Crystal lite

• Protein shakes, and protein powders (taste–test and find the ones you like best before stocking up).
  
• Water
  
• Broth and other clear Soups
  
• Clear, no-sugar added juices
  
• Sugar-free non caloric beverages (NO carbonated beverages)
  
• Light sports drinks
  
• Sugar-free popsicles
  
• Sugar-free Jello
  
• Creamy soups
  
• Applesauce of sugar-free pudding cups (if, and ONLY if your doctor permits you to take your medications with a spoonful of these)
  
• Sugar-free hot cocoa
  
• Decaf and herbal teas
  
• Decaf coffee
  
• chewable vitamins
  
• Small 2-4 oz plastic cups
  
• A strainer (for removing chunks from creamy soups)
  

Dont go to crazy buying the clear liq. It only a few days to a week and you wont be eating as much of it as you think. I think i had enough sf jello and cream soups to last a year. Gax x is great for the first few days but walking helps more. Liquid Tylenol is nice to have. Measuring cup a must. I take pills fine now but i still stick to the chewable vitamins.

Just banded on the 10th & currently on clears for today & maybe tomorrow then I can start a full liquids.

For my Clear Liquids - apple juice or cranberry - doctor told me not to get sugar free. broth - I purchased veggie and chicken. I can have unlimited water/ice.

Full liquids - Protein shakes, protein juices, fruit juices, broth, sugar free pudding & Jello, really thin grits - malt o meal - oatmeal, applesause, yogurt, popsicles, soups - no chunks, need to blend smooth. Decaff tea/coffee, may have a cup of caffeinated. Sports drinks.

Medications - I purchased Tylenol - the kind that melts in your mouth & Gas X.

Edited June 12, 201016 yr by MaggieB

How long do you gon on soft diet post opt?