MariaElena1983 17 Posted March 23, 2015 I am 5 weeks post-op. I have been in the soft foods phase for a week now. I am curious as to why I can't have rice or Pasta? ? The only starch I can have is potatoes and I'm not much of a potato eater. Does anyone know why rice and pasta are prohibited?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Healthybefore50 10 Posted March 23, 2015 Hi Maria Elena, I was told that it is a texture thing, Pasta and rice can be very Gummy and cause problems. Hope this helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blashlee 509 Posted March 23, 2015 Rices and pastas expand in liquid. Even when they're fully cooked, they can absorb liquids and swell in size and make your pouch feel fuller than you intended, and you'll probably throw it up or have a problem with it going down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MariaElena1983 17 Posted March 23, 2015 Thanks! Yeah I think I'll skip the rice and Pasta for now. I don't want to get sick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
