My surgeon had me start on full liquids when I got home from the hospital yesterday. The list he gave me included grits, cream of wheat and mashed potatoes thinned.

I keep picturing those tiny grit pieces getting stuck on my staple line.

Is this a typical stage one diet or is it usually clear liquids only? I'm only 3 days post-op and am nervous about eating anything except broth, yogurt and water.

What about sugar-free jello, sugar-free popsicles, herbal tea? You could try whatever's on the approved list, but stick with what makes you comfortable and goes down all right as long as you are meeting your water and protein goals . . .. And, of course, protein shakes or protein water.

Good luck!

Edited August 13, 20179 yr by XYZXYZXYZ1955

Here is what's acceptable in my program:
This is for the first two weeks post-op.

I'm on full liquids (well graduated to puréed at week one which I'm not crazy about) but my surgeon said no carbs.. :-/ I see you have chicken noodle or rice blenderized strained on your list..so tempting..


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You should be doing liquids only for the first 2 weeks post op. Then adding pureed foods. Keep in mind that you need 64 oz of water daily along with 60 to 80 grams of protein.

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I had cream of wheat on mine and mashed potatoes.

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You should be doing liquids only for the first 2 weeks post op. Then adding pureed foods. Keep in mind that you need 64 oz of water daily along with 60 to 80 grams of protein.

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Hi! I am confused about something. What if I am drinking protein water? I still have to drink 64 oz. of plain water on top of that? My surgery is this Thursday, so I am a bit shakey.

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Hi! I am confused about something. What if I am drinking protein water? I still have to drink 64 oz. of plain water on top of that? My surgery is this Thursday, so I am a bit shakey.

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You count those ounces toward your liquid goal of 64oz/day.