I am so HAPPY I found this site. It's great to know I'm not alone with my concerns. I am 10 days post-op and doing pretty well. I'm still on the stage 3 diet, 1/2 cup of soft food daily. My question is...it was recommended I take 45-60min's to eat my 1/2 cup of food, do people really do this? I am having such a hard time making 1/2 c of food stretch over 60 min. Generally, it takes me 30 min and I seem to be fine and full. Thanks!