What kind of mushies?

[megster27 1]

I am about to be banded on the 27th and am wondering what type of mushies work well after surgery? The doctor gave me some ideas, but what is high protien low carb mushies & what worked best for you?

[RestlessMonkey 7]

I don't really think you're supposed to try to diet while on mushies....it's more important to eat soft things that are easy to chew and digest, so you can heal. Trust your doc's advice!

[crzytchr 3]

I am about to be banded on the 27th and am wondering what type of mushies work well after surgery? The doctor gave me some ideas, but what is high protien low carb mushies & what worked best for you?

I made chicken and tuna salad and homemade chill put through a food processor. Refried Beans with cheddar and sour cream is good too.

SF dark chocolate pudding has been the best thing for keeping my eating under control since banding. I started eating it during the mushies phase and still eat at least one most nights before I go to bed.

[Blaze21 5]

Cottage cheese

[balletgirl 0]

After the strictly liquid requirements go to yogurt (I have fallen in love with Oikos Greek Yogurt at 16g of protein). It takes a bit to get used to greek yogurt but the texture is like frosting. Cottage cheese, refried Beans, mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables that are soft - zucchini works well. Green giant has boxes like "Immunity Boost" which are the perfect size for banded folks like us. Bananas are perfect and cantaloupe. Good ol' Campbells chicken noodle Soup is always great if you're feeling constricted! Take it nice and slow and don't rush - ever. Don't EVER take big bites without chewing thorougly!! I took a huge bite of banana once when I was rushing around and wasn't paying attention! I paid dearly with pain for about 6 hours! Take your time and eat small bites and chew chew chew before swallowing. Good luck!

[ebar822 0]

Fat-free ricotta with one packet of splenda and a splash of vanilla extract. mix it up and enjoy...tastes just like italian cannoli cream!