What is the diet for a patient who has undergone tonsillectomy?

Water, apple juice, grape juice, and Gatorade are excellent sources of liquid. Soft foods such as ice cream, sherbet, yogurt, pudding, apple sauce and jello, should also be encouraged. Other soft, easily chewed foods are also excellent. Avoid hot or spicy foods, or foods that are hard and crunchy.

What is the best food for tonsillectomy?

Warm clear soup or broth.

  • Mashed potatoes.
  • Applesauce.
  • Jell-O.
  • Soft pasta.
  • Bananas.
  • Ice cream—if your stomach isn’t bothered by dairy.
  • Popsicles.

    • What can adults eat after tonsillectomy?

    Eat popsicles and drink cool liquids often, such as water, apple or grape juice, and soft drinks. Do not drink orange juice or grapefruit juice. Citrus may hurt your throat. You may eat soft, plain foods such as gelatin, applesauce, ice cream, and mashed potatoes if your stomach is not upset.

    When can you resume a normal diet after tonsillectomy?

    For 2 weeks, choose soft foods like pudding, yogurt, canned or cooked fruit, scrambled eggs, and mashed potatoes. Avoid eating hard or scratchy foods like chips or raw vegetables. You may notice that your bowel movements are not regular right after your surgery. This is common.

    Can I eat meat after tonsillectomy?

    Mince – minced chicken, beef or pork can be mixed with a sauce and added to well cooked pasta. This option may be better handled a few days after tonsil surgery. Fish – fish that has not been battered can be prepared so that it is very soft and easy to swallow.

    What can you eat on a soft food diet?

    Soft Food Diet

    • Mush or porridge-type hot cereals like oatmeal, grits and Cream-of-Wheat.
    • Cereals that soften easily in milk like Rice Krispies and Corn Flakes.
    • Soft breads and muffins.
    • Pasta cooked to a soft consistency.
    • Potatoes and sweet potatoes without skin.
    • Soft fruits like ripe bananas and melon.

    Can I eat chicken noodle soup after a tonsillectomy?

    A great place to start is a light chicken broth, with any large chunkThe first couple of days after surgery are especially important to avoid chewing, as this could scratch your scabs and cause bleeding.

    Can you eat pasta after a tonsillectomy?

    Rice and pasta A few days, to a week, after your surgery, you’ll notice that your throat is starting to feel less sore. When you start introducing ‘solids’, a great place to start is by cooking up some plain rice or pasta.

    Can you eat dairy after tonsillectomy?

    Dairy foods are excellent during tonsillitis flare ups or post surgery. They are high in protein, energy and calcium so they help to maintain good nutrition. Additionally, they are soft in texture and therefore easier to eat.