Transition to pureed food.

[PB42 34]

My Dr.s group is very conservative and has us on liquids for the first 4 weeks and pureed foods for another 4 weeks. I was one of the lucky ones who had no nausea, no pain, up and walking and discharged after 1 night. No problems at home at all. Never needed anything more that Tylenol and really didn't need that after a few days.

But.........yesterday was my first day for pureed foods......I had 3 TBS of Cottage cheese, then 3 TBS of refried Beans for lunch and a soft scrambled egg for dinner. One Protein shake and 2 TBS of protinex, so got my Protein in. Really struggled to get my Water in.........no liquid 30 min before and for 30 min after. And I was really full.

Woke up this morning feeling weak and dizzy and that has lasted all day. No energy at all. I have been walking 2 miles a day for the last 3 weeks, so this is really puzzling. Anyone else have a "swoop" in energy at 4 weeks or at the transition from full liquids to pureés?

Thanks for any advice.

[KristenLe 5,979]

@@PB42 It could be dehydration. Definitely need to increase fluids. They're more important than purees.

[Torriluv87 300]

Almost 4 weeks or and ice been having episodes of beast black is

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[Torriluv87 300]

Didn't mean to send that last one yet, that was an accident. But anyway. I've been having near black outs because I haven't been getting in my Water. Now im giving myself more of what i need. Make sure you get your Water. It makes a big difference. Even broth with help. Had more water yesterday than i had in a while and it still wasn't where i should be but it was way better. Monitor your urine. I noticed ive been peeing like....2 to 3 times a day. And that was because i made myself go. I had no urge because i wasnt drinking much of anything.

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[PB42 34]

I am hoping you are both right. Monday I struggled to get everything in and Tuesday was the worst I have felt since the surgery. Worked really hard to keep things spaced right and get all in and felt better today. Thanks for the advice. I have not told anyone but my husband so really rely on the kindness of strangers.

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[KristenLe 5,979]

Be sure to drink something with electrolytes and sodium. That should help too. Glad you're feeling better.

[heidikat72 935]

definitely make a point to get your fluids in. that was the toughest part of transitioning to purees for me - started back a work and having to separate liquids from purees. Made it tough that first week on purees. set reminders on your phone to prompt you to drink if it helps. Also, I struggled with fatigue for a good 6 weeks but it does get better. The dizziness could definitely be from not enough fluids but also check your blood pressure (especially if you are on any meds for hbp), I was shocked I quickly I need to reduce my blood pressure meds.

[PB42 34]

Based on how much better I am feeling today after being really strict yesterday with my liquids, I think dehydration was the issue. Not in any bp meds so that's ok. Drinking like a fish today. Wish it was a margarita;)

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[CarenL 35]

I will start the purée foods on Monday 11/7 so this thread is very informative. Thanks all!

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[HalFAB-ulous! 36]

If Coconut Water is on your ok list...drink up. My NUT says it's fine because the sugars help get the electrolytes in.

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[Joy@boman 151]

I had this after eating, like a form of dumping.

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[BigKnifeLittleFork 15]

Are you taking a B12 sullement? That may help with the energy.