Can I eat watermelon?

[jmdow1 31]

My surgery was on April 8th 2016, I feel great.. I've been craving watermelon.. do you guys think it's safe?

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[2goldengirl 2,076]

What do the instructions from your surgeon say about raw fruits and vegetables?

[tony031469 81]

Raw fruits and veggies are a no no for 1 month after your surgey.

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[jmdow1 31]

I'm in pureed stage.. I didn't ask about watermelon.. stay away from citrussy fruits that I remember

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That was for juices though

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[Valentina 2,642]

When in doubt about anything this early in your journey, call your bariatric team.

Then you will know for sure.

Keep us posted. Yes, because we are nosy!

[jmdow1 31]

I just talked to my Dr. He says he doesn't see anything wrong with it.. just no seeds..

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[Valentina 2,642]

get ready! one, two, three, SPIT!!!!

Enjoy!

[erik78 79]

I got cold pressed watermelon juice from my health food store and it was incredible!!

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[ashleypriv 11]

I would stay away. Watermelon is very high in sugar, plus, fruit is a no no for the first two months( for me atleast). But if your doc says it's okay, enjoy!

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Edited April 22, 2016 by ashleypriv

[finallyfree! 84]

I was told no until soft solid phase which is 6 weeks. However in second week was desperate and chewed watermelon and spat the pulp out. I had found everything I prebought i was turned off so was getting a bit frantic but dont risk swallowing as it could damage your pouch. Ask your dietician.

[JMarshall 352]

I say go for it. Watermelon has a lot of good qualities that make it good for bariatric patients. It's had amino acids that assist in weight loss and reduce muscle soreness. It is mainly composed of Water and does not pose a real risk to weight gain. This link has good information on watermelon and weight loss. If your doctor gave you the OK then go right ahead. http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/fat-eating-watermelon-3775.html

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[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

Watermelon is high in sugar.

Here are some better fruit options

Edited April 26, 2016 by OutsideMatchInside

[KristenLe 5,979]

Watermelon is good for hydration and has alot of nutritional values. Enjoy!

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

It isn't low carb though at all. No one fresh from surgery should be sucking down that much sugar.

After surgery when I wanted fruit, I made that flavor sugar free Jello and that satisfied my cravings.

This is your time to maximize weight loss, not indulge in your cravings.

[erik78 79]

My surgeon instructed me that if I felt too queazy, too add fruit juice to my Water. He said watermelon juice was an excellent way to hydrate, especially mixed with Water.

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