Newbie Food Issues

I'm one week out from surgery, and feeling much better now than I was 3 days ago.  I'm starting to get frustrated with my food options, (I'm sure everyone has been there) Of this list of approved foods, I will eat 3, applesauce, sugar free pudding, and low fat cheese.  That's It.  I did force myself to try oatmeal yesterday morning.  It was ok, but I was thankful I'm only on 2oz portions right now, because I don't think I could have ate any more than that.   If it wasn't for crushed ice and crystal light, I think I'd be going crazy right now. 

I'm not hungry per say, just already bored with my options.  I did a BIG no no, and had a 1/4 cup of chicken broth with two crushed up saltines in it.  It was sooooooo good, but afterwards, I felt like I might be getting the onset of dumping syndrome, and had to lay down with the fan on. 

Does anyone have any suggestions?  Options? 

Thanks so much,

Jenn

Have you tried cottage cheese, mashed potatoes or yogurt?  I ate those 3 things because I couldn't stand much of anything.  Also, alot of SF Popsicles! 
Good Luck
Robin

Can you try cream of chicken or mushroom and strain out the chuncks.  I was given cream of chicken in the hospital and it tasted wonderful.

Jeannie

I hate cottage cheese, yogurt, and cream soup.  I guess I just have to suck it up and deal with it
:-)

Follow the rules.  It is only for your good.  Eat ONLY what is on the yellow sheet if you are a St. V's patient.
Be happy 2 ounces is all you can eat.  Work the plan it is successful for most everyone that works at it.
Get over being bored with the few choices.  Glad your body wanted to dump it keeps you on track.  CARBS make you hungry STOP using crackers.
Get your water and protein in.

I am NOT scolding you just trying to hold you to the plan that will help you stay the course.

E

LOL..Thanks E

Sometimes I guess I need to feel scolded and just "get over it".

Thanks for the chuckle...but seriously...I appreciate your input.

Jenn

jenn, i put splenda and cinnamon on cream of wheats or oatmeal really helps for breakfast .or any of the beans the refried set on my stomach full full cant eat much . my surgery was friday so im going through the same thing im trying to get protein in and have thrown away too much money on all the things ive bought then cant drink so tomorrow im making up my own with 4 cups 1% milk and 1 cup powdered milk it will get you 60 gms of protein . then adding flavoring like sf puddings,sf jello or blended banana and strawberries and see if i can get my protein in that way.pray that i can get them down its getting down to the wire to try and find something.

Howdy,

I did try splenda and cinnamon on oatmeal (my first time trying oatmeal btw.), it was ok, but not one of my favorites. 

I guess I'm just going through a lot of emotional issues with my attachments to food.  I knew going into this, it would be hard, but knowing and then it becoming reality were two totally different things.  I'm such a picky eater, I'm just afraid I'm going to fail at this. 

I'll pray that recipe works for you.  I may just have to force myself to try the dry milk, or lose all of my hair... anywho... I wish you luck girlie!

She's right, the "super milk" really gives you a protein boost and it's not bad. I didn't think I'd like it either, but I did. You might also try the Click that is advertised on OH. I make it with 1% milk and microwave it and it tastes like coffee/hot chocolate and is a great boost of protein. I have that just about every morning for breakfast. It's a little pricey, but cheaper than going to Starbuck's for a skinny latte every morning like I was doing before.

Cream of Wheat is also a good option at your stage. I ate a lot of scrambled eggs, too. It gets better, believe me! Hang in there.

Jenny

I ate instant mashed potatoes like they were going out of style.  Refried beans with cheese melted on top.  The selection does get boring especially if your a picky eater.  It gets better as you go and can add more food choices.  Just hang in there and stick to those yellow sheets. You can do it!