Depending on the type of surgery and the person, the doctor will make a personalized recommendation. However, in general, after surgery, there are foods which must be avoided and replaced by a soft diet:
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Cook food gently in a little oil and no seasoning;
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Oat cereal with milk for breakfast;
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For lunch and dinner: cream of zucchini, chicken thigh, vegetable soup, white rice, ham or baked fish with tomato sauce;
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To strengthen the muscles eat a diet rich in low-fat proteins: skinless chicken, lean meats, fish, whole eggs or egg yolks, vegetables or yogurt. It is also recommended iron-rich foods such as liver, spinach or strawberries;
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Eat every three hours, insmall quantities;
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Drink plenty of fluids (up to 8 glasses of water per day).
Note: Avoid dairy products in the first two days. Avoid acids (lemonade, tangerine or some juice) and drinks that contain sugar. One should not drink alcohol.