Question:
I am 8 days post-op and supposed to be on the pureed, do you have to puree or

can you just chew really good? I am having trouble with the baby food consistancy of the pureed...    — Danielle P. (posted on February 1, 2002)

February 2, 2002
I was eating pretty much what I wanted (within nutritional guidelines, of course) 2 weeks after my surgery. When they wanted me to 'puree' foods in my blender, I just figured the good Lord gave me a pretty good blender already..my TEETH. Just CHEW THE HECK out of it.. and watch the fats/sugars.. and you should be ok. I did find that stringy meats took a little longer till I was able to eat them without some discomfort (ham, pork, etc..) but you'll 'learn as you go' what sets you off.. or what sets OK.. Good Luck..
   — Diane E.