Question:
Is tofu a good post-op protein?

My surgery isn't scheduled yet, but I'm just looking ahead! I'm a vegetarian and was wondering if anybody had any experience with using tofu as their protein post-op. I was especially thinking of the silken kind that you can mix with juice and turn into a very smooth milkshake or pudding. Thanks!    — Susan B. (posted on February 4, 2002)

February 4, 2002
Tofu is a fine source of protein post-op and it is often even recommended since it tends to be easy on the stomach. Good luck!
   — Maria K.

February 4, 2002
If you have any recipes for silken tofu you would like to share please e-mail me. I was a vegetarian for years before my weight loss surgery and I would like to go back.
   — Laura R.

February 4, 2002
I eat tofu and love it. It is an easy protien for me to chew and get down into my pouch. Plus I like soy meat too.
   — Tawny F.

February 4, 2002
Hi, I had my surgery on Jan. 8th, and have been eating tofu for the past 3 weeks. It causes no problems for me and my surgeon told me it was okay. I'm not a big fan of chicken or beef broth, so I went to my local Japanese market and bought some instant Miso soup packs, instant Wonton soup packets and other misc. Japanese soups. I cut up my tofu and put these in the soup . . . very tasty. Good luck to you!
   — Jean B.

February 4, 2002
My favorite dish post op is Szechuan Tofu. I can't get enough of it!!
   — kimariem

February 4, 2002
IF SOMEONE CAN GIVE ME A RECIPIE FOR SILKEN TOFU THAT YOU MAKE INTO A SMOOTHIE, PLEASE SEND IT TO ME. I CANNOT STAND THE PROTIEN SHAKES AND AM NOT GETTING ENOUGH PROTIEN IN. THANKS ABUNCH...
   — PETIE B.

February 4, 2002
Fruit Smoothie 1 10.5-ounce package soft lite silken tofu 1 medium banana 2 cups unsweetened orange-pineapple juice, chilled 1 8-ounce can unsweetened crushed pineapple, chilled Combine all ingredients in electric blender; cover and process until smooth. Serve immediately. Yield: 5 cups. Per serving (1 cup): 144 calories, 5.8 grams protein, 25.8 grams carbohydrates, 3.2 grams total fat, 0.5 grams saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 6 mg sodium.
   — Crystal B.

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