How big should a mushy meal be?

[Tracey1404]

Hi - advice from banders please. I am on mushy food stage for two weeks and aiming to keep to 1200 calories per day with 60g protein minimum. Is it better to have 3 larger meals or 4-6 smaller meals? I want to get all my proteins, nutrients etc but do not want to trench my pouch. Does mushy food stretch pouch? I have a 14ml band and 5ml was put in at the time of operation so I do feel some restriction, although fairly mild. All advice appreciated. Tracey xxx

 

[Mazza]

Hi

I can only tell you what I was advised which was upto 6 tablespoons (not heaped). I couldnt manage that much though but it was a good guide. Also to stick to 3 meals if you have more then its kind of like grazing.

Its good to get into the 3 meals habbit asap. Healthy snacks have their place later on xx

 

[Tracey1404]

Thanks Mazza. Did you have prefill at time band was placed too, or did you rely on self restraint until first fill?

 

[Mazza]

No I didnt have anything in my band and had my first fill 6 months post op x