Spicy Foods?

[marykb 0]

I took a bite of baked Beans last night and it was super spicy! My mouth was burning, even from a tiny bite. Before surgery, I would have had a big drink of milk, but I can't drink while eating now--or for 60 mins afterwards.

Does anyone have any suggestions on what to do when this happens? I definitely ask first, but my definition of spicy is obviously lower than some other peoples'.

Thanks,

Mary

[btrieger 21]

I love hot food.

I douse my hot wings with bleu cheese salad dressing.

With other spicy foods, I just grin and bear it.

You don't necessarily have to "drink" milk. It doesn't hurt to take a "sip" and swish it around in your mouth to soothe the pain.

[joecs1 4]

My understanding of not being able to drink is that you dont want the food in your pouch to bloat and stretch your pouch. I would think if you really enjoy hot food, you can have a couple of small sips, but eat less than you normally would. See what your Dr thinks!

[marykb 0]

I love hot food.

I douse my hot wings with bleu cheese salad dressing.

With other spicy foods, I just grin and bear it.

You don't necessarily have to "drink" milk. It doesn't hurt to take a "sip" and swish it around in your mouth to soothe the pain.

Thanks! I didn't even think of that, but I'm sure it will be better than just sitting there with a burning mouth for an hour. :thumbup:

[jensmallwood 0]

I vote for the small sips route. That's what I would have done. Taking a few sips to get rid of the spicy is different than downing a pint of something while you're eating a meal.

[marykb 0]

Thanks everyone! At least I have some options now. I was afraid I would just have to give up on spicy foods all together.