Dietary Stage 3B

2 Weeks After Surgery

Start Date:

Follow a high protein, pureed diet from day 14 (2 weeks) to 4-6 weeks after surgery.

Meal Plan:

Goal: minimum 60 grams of protein per day for women and 80 grams of protein per day for men. Continue to avoid straws, caffeine, carbonation, juice, sweet drinks, and alcohol. Start with one new food at a time to identify food intolerances. If a new food does not sit well initially, try again at the next dietary stage. Start your vitamin regimen at this stage.

• Diet (2-4 Tablespoons of food per meal, depending on the density of food)

• All stage 3A foods

• Mash or puree the below with any of the following: water, broth, milk, fat-free gravy, fat-free mayo, or plain Greek yogurt. Blend to the consistency of a thick liquid or smooth paste with no solid pieces in the mixture. Do not eat baby food.

• Fish, canned tuna, chicken, or low-fat meat (all must be mashed or pureed)

• Cooked vegetables or soft beans

• Low-fat cream soups with unflavored protein powder

• Hummus, egg or egg-substitute, avocado, or tofu

Notes:

• Do not drink anything for 30 minutes before and after your solid meals.

• Start the meal with protein, followed by vegetables

• Eat very slowly & mindfully. Stop when you are satisfied, not full.

• Chew your food to liquid consistency (20-30 chews per bite)

• In between meals, drink 64+ ounces of clear liquid that is sugar-free, calorie-free, and not carbonated. (Goals and notes for liquids are the same as in stage 3A)