I had my surgery on 08/27/08 and am on my full liquid diet portion until Tuesday. I then start my pureed diet for 2 weeks. Can anyone give me any ideas of what else I can eat on my full liquid diet and some ideas for the pureed section.

Thanks

While I was on the liquid diet I bought Isopure protein powder [GNC sells it], it has 50 grams of protein, about 1/3 of all the vitamins you need, and is made with no sugar or carbs. And it's not thick and goopy and tastes pretty good. When I went into pureed food, I did some of that with fruits to make a smoothie. Also, I found some really great broths - mushroom, etc. - and soups that I could blend up at Whole Foods. I tried to find the best, freshest, purest that I could afford, since I knew I wouldn't be eating much.

pureed food, what a joy! I'm going to give you a TON of great Smoothie recipes! I'm the queen of them. Actually someone gave me this list but it's incredible! Sorry for the long post.

chocolate Monkey

8 oz. Water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop chocolate Protein

1/2 a banana

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

strawberry Banana Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop vanilla protein

1/2 banana

3 whole frozen strawberries

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Banana Split

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla Protein Powder

1/2 banana

1/4 cup chopped pineapple

2 frozen strawberries

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Blueberry Bonanza Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1/2 cup frozen or fresh blueberries

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Chocolate Covered Cherry

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop chocolate protein

10-12 frozen or fresh cherries

optional: 1 tsp. of SF Cherry Torani Syrup or a drop of cherry extract

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Silky Latte

4 oz. Silk brand Mocha soy milk

4 oz. water

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Silky Mocha

4 oz. Silk brand Mocha soy milk

4 oz. water

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Smoothie

4 oz. Vitasoy Peppermint Chocolate soy milk

4 oz. water

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

pumpkin Spice Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1/4 cup canned pumpkin (chilled)

Dash of pumpkin pie spice

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

berry Berry Good Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1/2 cup frozen or fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Mochachinno

8 oz. cold coffee

1 scoop chocolate protein

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Egg Nog Protein shake

4 oz. Silk Nog soy milk

4 oz. water

1 scoop vanilla protein

Dash of nutmeg

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder. Blend on low then high till well blended. Dash of nutmeg on top.

Pina Colada

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1/4 cup pineapple

1 Tbs. SF Coconut Torani Syrup (I've also used 2 T. of unsweetened coconut from the health food store or Baker's catalog)

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Peanut Butter Cup

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

1 Tbs. peanut butter (smooth or chunky)

2-3 ice cubes

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Cherry Vanilla Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop vanilla protein

5-6 maraschino cherries

1 Tbs. SF French Vanilla Torani Syrup

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Chocolate Caramel Protein Shake

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

1 Tbs. SF Caramel Torani Syrup

3 Ice Cubes

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Blueberry Banana Protein Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop vanilla protein

1/2 cup frozen blueberries

1/2 banana

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Strawberry Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop vanilla protein

3-4 Frozen Whole Strawberries

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Lemon Meringue Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1 T. SF Jello Lemon pudding Powder

2 Ice Cubes

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Green Giant

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1 T. SF Jello Pistachio Pudding Powder

2 Ice Cubes

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Butterscotch Shake

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1 T. SF Jello Butterscotch Pudding Powder

2 Ice Cubes

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Strawberry Cheesecake Shake

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1 T. SF Jello Cheesecake Pudding Powder

3-4 Frozen or Fresh Strawberries

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Vanilla Spice Protein Shake

4 oz. Silk Spice soy milk

4 oz. water

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

Dash Cinnamon

Dash Nutmeg

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Chocolate Almond Protein Smoothie

4 oz. vanilla soy milk

4 oz. water

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

1 T. Almond Butter

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Mango Madness Protein Smoothie

4 oz. water

4 oz. vanilla soy milk

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Banana Joe Protein Shake

4 oz. water

4 oz. vanilla soy milk

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1/2 banana

1/2 shot of espresso or 1/4 cup fresh coffee or 1 tsp instant coffee

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Carrot Cake Protein Shake

4 oz. water

4 oz. Silk Spice soy milk (if you use Vanilla or Plain Milk add more cinnamon and nutmeg)

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1/2 cup frozen sliced carrots

1 Tablespoon Cream cheese

Dash Cinnamon

Dash Nutmeg

Place liquids in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Mango Banana Protein Lassi

4 oz. vanilla soy milk

4 oz. water

1/4 cup Greek yogurt

1 Tbs. SF Vanilla Torani Syrup

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1/2 Banana (fresh or frozen)

1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Banana Protein Smoothie

4 oz. water

4 oz. vanilla soy milk

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1/2 Banana (fresh or frozen)

Dash Cinnamon

Dash Nutmeg

2-3 Ice Cubes

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Mocha Banana Joe Protein Shake

4 oz. water

4 oz. vanilla soy milk

1 scoop Chocolate protein powder

1/2 banana

1 tsp instant espresso powder

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Mocha Joe Protein Shake

4 oz. water

4 oz. vanilla soy milk

1 scoop Chocolate protein powder

1 tsp instant espresso powder

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Peach Cobbler Protein Shake

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1/4 cup frozen sliced peaches

dash cinnamon

dash nutmeg

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended

Mango Banana Protein Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1/4 cup frozen mango chunks

1/2 a banana

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Gingersnap Protein Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1/2-3/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1 Tablespoon Starbuck's SF Cinnamon Dolce Syrup

dash of cinnamon

2-3 ice cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Strawberry Mango Protein Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop vanilla protein

1/4 cup frozen mango chunks

3 whole strawberries

Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.

Banana Bread Protein Smoothie

8 oz. water or 4 oz. soy milk/4 oz. water

1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder

1 T. SF Jello Banana Pudding Mix, dry

1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon

dash Nutmeg

dash Ground Cloves

1/2 Banana, frozen

2-3 Ice Cubes

Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended. Top with another dash of nutmeg.

Edited September 3, 200817 yr by IM_LORI
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Here are some more ideas for pureed foods. I found these on a website:

• The Key to making Puree food great is all in the seasoning. If you prefer, you may always open a jar of baby food, but sometimes it is just better to make it yourself. Please see your food processor instruction and menu ideas for puree food ideas. Also remember that mashed potatoes are a viable food source in this week. And do not forget to drink a lot of water!

Tips:

• Use a small bowl for your puree food. (preferably one that holds about ½ cup of food.

• Use this bowl to serve yourself all your food for this week.

• Eat slowly, try to eat your food over 20 minutes.

• Eat up to six times a day, preferably 3-6 times a day, eating half cup portions each time.

• Drink a small glass of lowfat or nonfat milk, plus 1 cup of low fat yogurt each day. This will give you Protein.

Here are some food ideas:

*Blended Fruit and Water

*Blended fruit and milk

*Lowfat or non fat yogurt

*Breakfast Cereal (soggy)

*Blended Healthy Choice or Stouffer Dinners

*Baby Food

*Low fat Jell-O pudding

*Blended meat and vegetables

*Mashed Potatoes

Menu Ideas for the Puree stage:

Breakfast: Mix ½ cup of yogurt, 1 glass of milk and 1 egg in a blender with your favorite fruit. This makes a great beverage that is filling and enjoyable.

Snack: Drink 1 glass of water, and blend juice and/or fruit with water and ice into a frothy beverage.

Lunch: ½ cup of boiled and blended chicken and vegetables with a small serving of apple sauce.

Snack: ½ cup of yogurt and blended fruit.

Dinner: ½ cup of boiled beef, and potatoes, blended, and served with a small serving of mashed potatoes.

Late Night Snack (if necessary): ½ cup of apple sauce.

ALWAYS: Keep drinking water, and vegetable juices with pulp, this gives you Fiber. Also take a Vitamin supplement if possible.

You may add additional Fiber to your diet.

• NO LONGER drink Protein shakes, you will get enough protein from eggs and other sources of protein in your diet.

• NOTE: If you vomit or regurgitate your food, you are simply eating too much, cut back, and slow down in your consumption.

• ALSO, if you are really still hungry between meals and Snacks you may add more yogurt (up to 1 cup, no more) to your shakes.

• PLEASE DRINK a lot of water, before your meal, and try not to drink any liquids for 30 minutes after your meal to prevent flushing the food through the band.

My favorite thing for dinner while I was on mushies (which was the same as pureed on my post op diet) was to take fat free refried beans (old el paso tastes the best in my opinion), mix with some veggie (or chicken) broth in the blender till kinda soupy, then heat in the microwave with some cheese. It was sooooo good especially after having no food for awhile and and I got so sick of sweet stuff, this was a nice alternative. My DH called it my bean shake...lol.

I was banded also on 8/27. I am eating chicken and beef broth, sf Jello, sf popsicles, K20 Water, Slim Fast Low Carb shakes and then I can have cream soups as long as I put them threw the strainer. I also have had 2 SF Vanilla, non fat, decafe frappachino from the local coffee shop.

I am ready for the mush stage!

I went to the Dr today and had the staples removed. I am now on pureed food so we ate Mexican. It was sooooo good. IM LORI thanks for the smoothies. I love them for breakfast.

What did you have?

Wow that is great you can go ahead on mushies! I wish my dr would have told me that LOL