I am a month out and curious as to what things I can start eating after the mushie stage? My doctor didn't give me any info on that. I have read some things about some people not eating salads for 3-6 months...why is that? Same thing with raw vegetables. I just want to know what things are a go and what things are a definate no no, and the reasons why. If you all can help me out I would appreciate it, because I'm ready to eat...lol!!! I'm scared to take any chances though. Thanks all.

Ricotta Bake recipe:

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Here's Dr. Aceves post-op diet, it may give you some ideas on what you can try. Soft solids/mushies/purees would probably be what you are looking for at this stage.

POST-OP DIET:

Here are a few ideas concerning the post op diet

Day 1 thru 5 ( Clear liquids Only )

fruit juice ( apple, grape, cranberry )

Propel

broth

Jello-O

Water

Tea

Protein Water by Kellogg’s

Water popsicles

Clear Protein drinks only ( example Isopure, unjury )

Day 6-10 ( thin liquids )

All of the above and:

Natural Vegetable Juices ( example Carrot, V-8 juice )

Protein drinks mixed with water ( example Matrix )

whey nectar Protein Mix

Day 11 thru 20 ( full liquids )

Cream Soups

Yogurt

Jello-O

Boiled pureed fruit ( example apple, pear) applesauce

Watermelon, papaya or melon in small pieces

Low fat milk 1 or 2%

Water, Propel, tea

Soy beverages

sugar free pudding

Protein shakes and protein powders mixed with milk

Day 21 thru 30 ( soft food )

Soft food should be the consistency of a thick liquid ( no chunks or solid material ) and it should be chewed very well before swallowing until it is a liquid consistency )

Tofu

Low fat cottage cheese

Cereal

oatmeal

Precooked pureed rice

Low fat Yogurt

Yogurt mixed with fruit very well blended

Cream soups

eggs

Boiled pureed fruit ( example pear, apple )

Watermelon, papaya or melon in small pieces

Boiled pureed vegetables

Beans

Day 31st and beyond ( solid food )

Fish,

Chiken

meat

Turkey

Vegetables

Fruit

A diet consisting of 800 calories and 70 grams of protein should be your goal.

There is a book called " Weight loss Surgery for Dummies"

Authors: Kurian, Thompson and Davidson

You might find it helpful.

I contains several recipes and ideas on what to eat after surgery

Grilled Marinated Tuna with Lime

Herbed Beef Patties

Turkey Meatballs

Seafood salad

chicken Salad