FOOD? I don't remember what that is...ha ha ha....

Hi Everyone, I'm 4 weeks post-op, and have lost 34 lbs. My doctor pushed me ahead to pureed foods at my 2 weeks check up. The problem I'm having is some of the foods I have had seem to feel like they are getting stuck as they enter the stomach. Yes, I chew and chew and take small bites. Has anyone had this type of problem? lAlso, it seems like my tastebuds have taken a vacation. Nothing tastes well at all. And does anyone have any good recipes to share...if you do I would love to try them.

Dear Deb, I had the surgery on June 9th and I'm having the same problem. No matter how much I chew my food, some foods just won't go down smoothly. I've been told to just try new foods and see what works for you, and eventually the food that previously haven't work may eventually work.

I've noticed that the foods that don't go down well are the ones that are dry, like dry chicken or fish. My solution is to put some sauce or gravy on it to help it go down. Maybe this would work for you too?

Dear Deb, I have a problem eating fish and chicken. I had surgery 6/10/03 and still food does not taste good and I'm having a terrible time eating. Like you food seems to get stuck in my stomach and I think I might be eating too fast. I'm taking small bites and chewing and chewing but I don't think I'm giving enough time between bites. I think I'm eating way too fast.