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Hey guys! It’s been a month and a half since I went through gastric bypass surgery and I’m feeling AWESOME.
That being said, and after reading other blogs and q&a’s I’m still wondering how long should I wait to eat spicy food. I’m craving for kimchi like crazy!!! Some say I should wait 3 months. And it has only been 1.5. I need kimchi and spicy food ASAP! Suggestions anyone?
HELP! 😂🥰

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If you are allowed to eat all foods then try it. Make your trial at home just incase

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I had hot sauce on taco meat during the purred phase. A tiny bit to try it out and had no issues. So I guess my answer is 2ish weeks post op for me.

Although, I was told no leafy greens until 6 weeks so I am more unsure about you eating the cabbage. Check with your team.

Everyone is different, so I agree with the above statement to try new things at home in case it makes you sick.

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I would check with your Bariatric team, but, I've been eating Kimichi since my 6 week's mark. I like mine with rice but passed on that and went to some really good kimichi Soup with veggies.

Suggest trying a little at first to see if your new stomach agrees with your taste bud's desire.

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Eat a very small amount, see if you tolerate it. This is a highly individualized scenario that only you can really be the judge of.

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It's great to hear that you're feeling good after your gastric bypass surgery! In general, it's important to follow the guidelines provided by your surgeon and dietitian for when to introduce different types of foods, including spicy foods, into your diet.

Spicy foods can be difficult for some people to tolerate after surgery because the smaller stomach size and changes to the digestive system can make it harder to handle certain types of foods. Some people may be able to tolerate spicy foods sooner than others, but it's best to check with your surgeon and dietitian to see what they recommend for you specifically.

It's also important to remember that when introducing new foods, you should start with small portions and pay attention to how your body reacts to them, and if you have any issues like stomach discomfort, nausea or vomiting, it's best to avoid these foods for a while.

It's worth to mention that some people do have more stomach sensitivity after surgery so you may need to be more careful with certain types of foods even after 3 month, if you have any concerns it is best to speak with your surgeon and dietitian.

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