Diet Changes after TIF /hiatal hernia surgery

Hello,

I have been diagnosed with a hiatal hernia that is causing GERD and also respiratory problems/asthma. The Dr warned me of significant dietary restrictions following an invasive wrap procedure. But I had never heard of TIF. Are there foods you cannot eat, or that you have to chew differently after TIF or other wrap procedure?

Thanks,

Thanks for your quick reply, and the info on the post-op diet.

Is this a recovery diet or a permanent dietary change?

Thanks

The short answer to the TIF diet is liquids for two weeks after the TIF surgery. Weeks 2 to 7 the diet is soft foods. The last five weeks stay away from fibrous foods such as pineapple, celery, and asparagus. There are other restrictions on the TIF web site. After the diet restrictions the diet returns to normal.

Good luck,
Sheldon

Hi!

Hope people see this post; I wasn't sure if I should start a new topic or continue it here: it's about the diet after TIF/HH repair..

I had the TIF and a partial Nissen wrap a few weeks ago (12/23) and have a question for all you experts out there. I am in desperate need for a protein source and extra calories and have run out of ideas.

I am allergic to soy and milk/cheese. Watery beans have worked somewhat, as long as I don't have too much in one sitting/day.

I was trying coconut milk ice cream but the higher fat content was really hard on my stomach and I spent a sleepless few nights after having had it after dinner.

I am losing too much weight, I feel, and need a 'heavier' food that I can handle. Peanut butter didn't work either.

SO, protein source ideas and ways to load calories. Any ideas, folks??

JB in Northern CA

PS perhaps I ought to call my doctor, too.....but ideas are welcome.

JB in Northern CA

Have you considered Ensure? I had a TIF last April and I drank two Ensures each day. I believe each Ensure is 25% of the protein for a day. The best price I found for Ensure is at Costco.

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