Question:
I'm 1 month post op starting on soft foods

I can have solid food in 2 weeks. How much should I be eating? Can anyone send me a typical diet for a day please?! I'm so confused!    — linda C. (posted on October 19, 2002)

October 19, 2002
Hi there. I just started soft foods a week ago and can at least give you the guidelines that my doctor said to stick with. You should work up to 4oz of soft foods three times per day. You should also continue your protein shakes until you consistently get 40-50g of protein through food alone. I have been doing a protein shake for breakfast- 1 scoop per 4oz of skim milk. I then drink water until 1/2 hour before lunch. For lunch, I will typically have 4oz of lowfat cottage cheese or 4oz (of 6oz container) of sugar-free yogurt (no fruit chunks). Will continue to drink water the rest of the day. For dinner, I will either have a scrambled egg, 4oz of mashed potatoes, or 4oz of a non-chunky soup. I have also had 2-3 saltine crackers with a meal. Some of the other things that my doctor suggested were (remember- up to 4oz only): Cream of Wheat, blended oatmeal, sugar-free pudding, lowfat soft cheese, and sugar-free applesauce. I have additional guidelines for adding more foods as the diet progresses if you are interested. I hope this helps!
   — Lesli J.