What to Eat and Drink after Gastrointestinal Surgery?

Gastrointestinal Surgery is a treatment for body parts involved in the digestive system like the gallbladder, liver, pancreas, esophagus, small intestine and intestines, and rectum. Doctors often perform these surgeries to repair a medical issue and remove a damaged part of the digestive system, including cancerous or benign tumors. 

Have your meals in small portions rather than large ones, as you may have done before surgery.

Chew your food well to break it into smaller pieces. It will make it easier for your GI system to break down and process the food.

Eat slowly to minimize air ingestion and prevent gas formation.

Drink plenty of water (8 to 10 glasses) throughout the day, but avoid it during or around mealtimes.

Include high-protein foods in your diet after GI surgery to heal faster and prevent infection. Eggs, tofu, lean meat, fish, yogurt, cheese, soy milk, and peanut butter are some examples of protein-rich foods.

Consume high-calorie and nutrient-filled foods to prevent weight loss and various deficiencies.

Maintain a low-fibre diet for 4 to 6 weeks following your GI surgery.

When restarting solid foods, introduce one new food daily in small portions to understand your body’s response to it