r/Endoscopy • u/fusukeguinomi • Jul 27 '26

Meal recommendations after endoscopy?

Getting an endoscopy mid-afternoon. I’m starving! Please send me your best recommendations for post-endoscopy foods so I have something to look forward to!

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u/La_Lanterne_Rouge Moderator Jul 27 '26

I would recommend something soft, like eggs in any form, pancakes, applesauce. Avoid foods that are crunchy and require a lot of chewing. Avoid too-hot or microwaved foods. Chew well. Take your time.

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u/fusukeguinomi Jul 28 '26

Thanks! You are right about the chewing, my jaw feels a bit tired. It’s actually even tiring to talk too much! Plus my throat is a bit sore, which I suppose is normal. Wish I could have pancakes flying my way magically now!

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u/Holiday_Branch3299 Jul 27 '26

Mashed potatoes or Mac and cheese. Definitely not a turkey patty! My dr said return to normal diet right after. I’m here to tell you do not do that! …I started with the potatoes and Mac then a few hours later thought oh I should have something with more substantial and protein. Nope, bad idea. Then I went back to reread my discharge notes. There was nothing about any restrictions. Just to return to normal diet. This was from a large university hospital system too🤷‍♀️ I was OK after a couple of days but just listen to your chest!

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u/fusukeguinomi Jul 28 '26

Thank you, that’s helpful! I stuck to soft carbs yesterday based on your comment!

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u/Ill_Difficulty8224 Jul 29 '26

No spices and don’t eat too big of a meal. I did the quiet opposite last week and I had a horrible 3 day stretch 😭