Post op diet struggles

[lily0327 7]

Screwed up my post op diet and went through my stages and found I could eat actual food. Not making unhealthy choices or eating too much. Chewing til mush. But. I should be having purées. Should I go back to them? I am more concerned about my belly than my weight loss in that regard I guess.

[Maggy'sMom 42]

I would go back to mush or at the very least call my doctor and ask if I could advance. I thought the stages would take a lot longer but was approved to move to hard foods at 6 weeks. Your tummy is like a new born baby and you want

to treat it as such. Try to follow doctor's order. The doc is the expert.

[kcsaab 6]

I went through the stages very quickly as well and was eating real food with no issues at 2 1/2 weeks. My Dr (center for bariatric excellence) was fine with it. He wanted to make sure my calorie and Protein intake were where they were supposed to be but basically said if you feel OK keep going. I had surgery the Tuesday before thanksgiving and am down 30lbs: taking in 600-700 calories per day 80ish grams of protein. Seems to be working great for me so ask your Dr and see what he says.

[Elode 8,093]

@@lily0327 I don't know if going back would change anything just call your surgeon and ask.

[blondebomb 580]

by 6 wks I just tolerated what my tummy would. i went back in forth. I am 5 months out for the first 3 months or so I still mostly stuck with softer side..I would eat a bite or 2 of grilled chicken an at times I could feel like it was a bit to early so I would back off. I figured I would be more on the safe side ...still chew really good an eat slow. my dr told me if I can tolerate then fine all tummys heal differant paces. I didnt even do the puree...I ate the soft things an then trial an error on like the chicken or tuna..etc...you didnt screw up..I still at times for a meal would rather just drink my Protein or eat soft..if I dont have to cook I dont..haha..

[Susan909 52]

Go back, your stomach needs time to heal. The staple line is still very fragile.