Post-Op Diet (Phases)

There are several phases to my Post-Op Diet.

Hospital:
In the hospital, I was on Clear Liquids. I think my biggest treat was a sugar free Popsicle. I was restricted to 2 medicine cup fulls an hour.

Home:
The first 5 days after discharge (which I'm currently on), I progressed to Full Liquids. Full liquids consist of: all clear liquids, protein shakes, light yogurt, skim milk, sugar free pudding, sugar free jello, and broth.

The next phase will begin Thursday, 1/20/11. Pureed Foods. Pureed Foods consist of pureed fish or chicken, finely lean ground beef or turkey, beans, cottage cheese, soft cooked veges, soft fruits (no peels), Weight Control Oatmeal (thinned out), and all Full Liquids.

I am looking forward to trying a tbsp of chicken salad and maybe some Wendy's Chili. (To give you an idea of portion size ---- One 99 cent Wendy's Chili will last me at least 4 meals.)