Pre-op diet - pantry necessities

[wittygirl 28]

I'm starting my pre-op diet soon and wonder if Y'all have any advice as to how to ready my pantry? Thanks!

[Recycled 2,182]

Use it for a linen closet.

[wittygirl 28]

Great idea!

[knitlil09 91]

I start my prep diet Wednesday, and I'm actually going to spend some time this evening cleaning out my pantry and fridge. I plan on getting rid of everything in the pantry except canned veggies and some fruits, Soups, cooking essentials, sf Jello, and crystal light. I am also basically going to clean my fridge and freezer out of everything except lean Proteins and I Can't Believe Its Not Butter spray. I'm going to costco first thing in the morning to stock up on Premier Protein shakes and frozen chicken. I also need to get sf popsicles and broths, but I plan on getting those from the grocery store because I don't need giant costco sized packages. I also just ordered some powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein powder for post op.

I live alone, so I don't have to worry about keeping stuff around for family, so I think it will make it easier for me to avoid temptation.

[Miss Mac 6,262]

Throw out anything made in a factory and head for the perimeters of the grocery store, where you will find veggies, fruit, meat, fish, eggs, real butte,r and cheeses (not processed cheese foods). Your new tummy will appreciate actual nourishment from what you eat. Now, I must conceed that if you live in a food desert or must store stuff back for heavy winter weather, then frozen and canned is better than negelecting to eat.

You just need to be creative and developed a routine that will work for you. For the first few days post-op I had baby food as an emergency standby. My boyfriend does all the cooking around here. He loves to cook Mediterranean style, since he is from Malta. so I stepped down from that responsibility and help with clean-up. Anyway on his days off, he batch cooks for me and puts portions in the freezer for me.

So...fresh is better than frozen...frozen is better than canned goods, and canned goods are better than junk.

[Travelmego 235]

Are you asking what to get for the pre-op diet? Or post-op? Or both?

I would also love to see a list of stuff for all stages.

[ProudGrammy 8,322]

pre-op diet - advice as to how to ready my pantry?

@@wittygirl

i also did the basic stuff about ridding the pantry/fridge/freezer of most/all "bad" foods

suggestion - do not put frozen yummy SF popsicles in pantry!!!

but...................i also decided to paint my walk in pantry a pretty sky blue

makes it look nicer getting my food

now i enjoy walking into my pantry - picking out my food

its always been very important for me to set a "pretty" plate

putting on a nice small plate

always use complimentary colors to eat

ie fish (white) with example green Beans, spinich et al

fish and cauliflower - people have been shot for less

good luck with pre-op and surgery of course

kathy

Edited May 18, 2014 by proudgrammy

[wittygirl 28]

Y'all these are really great ideas. Thank you. I don't know what to expect of the pre-op diet, but think I have a better sense post op. Everyone does it different, so I thought I'd ask. Looks like the food Bank or the school will be getting a pantry full of stuff. I think I'm in the right headspace, but would like to come home from the hospital ready for 4 weeks of liquid and soft food. Baby food is a great idea....any particular types over another?

[wittygirl 28]

Travelmego, I'd actually like to see a list for both, from veteran sleevers, to start out on the right foot. 28 days and counting!

[wittygirl 28]

Kathy, love your wit and humor. I have small plates,must hadn't though of going for pretty with everything....thank you!

[Susan-031314 179]

I love the suggestions so far. I would add, do not over-buy. I am still doing this. A single Healthy Choice Soup is 3-4 or more servings for me post-op. I have more than a months supply in my pantry now. If you buy perishables, watch the expiration date. I threw out a bunch of yogurts for that reason as they expired before I could eat them. I have a bunch of Protein shakes that I will probably not use, as I've moved on and some I just can't stand anymore.

As to baby food, applesauce with no sugar added was a friend of mine. I liked the ones with additional fruits, but watch for no added sugar. My blender was a better friend than buying a baby food alternative.

Follow your Drs lists. Each Dr will have a slightly different program and progression.

Be sure to let us know how this goes for you!!!

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

I don't really see how anyone can eat baby food lol. There are so many other options. I recommend don't overbuy for that pantry. Your tastes will definitely change. I cleaned out my pantry and donated a trunkload to a single mom with 2 kids.

[wittygirl 28]

I love the suggestions so far. I would add, do not over-buy. I am still doing this. A single Healthy Choice Soup is 3-4 or more servings for me post-op. I have more than a months supply in my pantry now. If you buy perishables, watch the expiration date. I threw out a bunch of yogurts for that reason as they expired before I could eat them. I have a bunch of Protein Shakes that I will probably not use, as I've moved on and some I just can't stand anymore.<br><br>

As to baby food, applesauce with no sugar added was a friend of mine. I liked the ones with additional fruits, but watch for no added sugar. My blender was a better friend than buying a baby food alternative.<br><br>

Follow your Drs lists. Each Dr will have a slightly different program and progression.<br><br>

Be sure to let us know how this goes for you!!!

Thanks, Susan. I appreciate the great input.

[wittygirl 28]

I don't really see how anyone can eat baby food lol. There are so many other options. I recommend don't overbuy for that pantry. Your tastes will definitely change. I cleaned out my pantry and donated a trunkload to a single mom with 2 kids.

Linda, what a great idea regarding the extra food! Thanks fir the idea!

[moonlitestarbrite 902]

i was specifically told to not eat baby food. not enough nutrients.