Entering into Pureed Stage.

[Johna]

I will be able to begin stage 3 of the diet soon. I'm kinda at a lost of what to make and eat in this stage. The thought of pureed meat disgust me but I know I need my protein. Would appreciate any suggestions.

 

[Jayhawkgirl]

Hi,
I know some doctor's have different preferences for patients, but I was relieved when I got to pureed foods. I was sooooo sick of soup!! I actually didn't have to puree anything. I was allowed by my dietician to have scrambled eggs, cottage cheese, tuna, cheese, mashed potatoes, etc. As long as I could chew it into the right consistency, there was no need to blend it. I'm very fortunate that I have not found anything that I can't eat so far. Of course, I'm very careful to chew things well! Good luck!

 

[Johna]

How far out Jayhawkgirl when you were allowed by your doctors to eat the foods listed above?

 

[Jayhawkgirl]

I had the liquid for two weeks post surgery and then started with the pureed (including the foods I listed that the dietician told me I could have) on Week 3. The amounts are small, of course, but I was glad for the change of food! I'm 6 weeks out as of yesterday, and I have not found anything I can't eat right now. I am just careful to chew everything very well and to take my time and pay attention when I'm full.

 

[Pat99]

Johna-The pureed stage is rough. I don't think any of us like the consistency of the food *LOL* I did the same thing that Jayhawk did but I checked with the nutritionist first. Another thing you might try are pureed baby foods. Others on this forum ate baby food and said it wasn't too bad, it's only for a short while. Just make sure you get your protein and fluids in.