how much and how often should you eat 1 week post-op

[christina353 1]

I can only eat a little broth or Soup or Protein at a time. So how often should I eat? How much? is there a sample diet out there?

[HezTri-s 1]

According to the info given my my Dr. Office, it should be .5 to 2 oz of liquids every 30-40 minutes. Some people tolerate more or less. Did your Dr. Office give you instructions regarding this?

[Esorami 2]

My menu had me eating every hour of the day, 4-5 Protein Shakes a day (I could only handle 3 a day) broth, sf Jello, popcicles, sf pudding, cream Soups, no lumps, etc. It was hard eating every hour. I never could do it. 4-6 oz ea.

Edited October 28, 2010 by Esorami

[BetsyB 9]

What guidelines did your doctor provide? Most have a protocol they want you to follow. Mine had me eating 1.5 Tbs of Protein puree 3x/day a week out from surgery. That was gradually increased to 3 Tbs per meal, and at 10 days, I moved to soft, moist Proteins (1-2 ounces).

But many doctors have their patients on liquids in that timeframe.

It'd be a good idea to doublecheck with yours if you have questions.

[anewlife10 0]

I am at exactly one week today. All I have had the first week is Water, Protein water, sf popsicles, and sf Jello. I did not do well and feel like I got dehydrated because I have had a hard time drinking as often as they wanted me too. My dr wanted me to drink 2 oz protein water & 2 oz h2o an hour. But I was sleeping alot and not getting it down. I am good with water, but i HATE the way the protein water I have tastes. I just have to force myself. I know I havent gotten the proper nutrients this past week. I am starting to worry that if I dont get to my 65g of protein soon, I am going to start getting sick. I can start soft foods today so I am going to add whey to my egg beaters and soup...and try to force myself to drink some of the protein water.