Tiny spoons seriously saved me too, but I gotta admit, mashed avocado was a texture gamble for me. Maybe I just picked bad avocados or something, but it felt like eating green butter. Pudding, though—no complaints. I also tried those little yogurt drinks (the ones for kids?) and they were surprisingly easy to get down without any drama. Oatmeal was a disaster for me, stuck everywhere and made me feel like I had a mouthful of cement.
Totally hear you on the avocado thing. I kept reading it was a “safe” food, but it just felt weird and kind of slimy—couldn’t get past it. Pudding was my go-to, too, especially when I was nervous about chewing anything. Those little yogurt drinks are a smart idea, I wish I’d thought of that. Oatmeal... yeah, I tried it once and it just glued itself to everything. Ended up sticking to things I could swallow quick, like applesauce or even just plain broth when I got anxious about getting stuff stuck. Recovery’s such a weird process, isn’t it?
Pudding’s a solid choice, I’ll give you that. But honestly, I think a lot of people try to force themselves into eating “safe” foods just because they’re on some list, when really, texture and comfort matter way more. I usually tell folks to skip anything that stresses them out, even if it’s technically recommended. Broth and applesauce seem boring, but if they make you less anxious, that’s a win. Recovery’s definitely not one-size-fits-all—sometimes it’s just about getting through the day with as little hassle as possible.
Pudding’s a solid choice, I’ll give you that.
- Totally agree with "recovery’s definitely not one-size-fits-all."
- After my gum surgery, I tried mashed potatoes even though they weren’t on the list. Way better for me than applesauce, honestly.
- Texture made a big difference—soft but not too mushy worked best.
- Didn’t bother with stuff that felt weird or gross, even if it was “safe.”
- Ended up eating a lot of scrambled eggs... not fancy, but it worked.
Mashed potatoes are the MVP, no question—cheap, filling, and you can jazz ‘em up with a little butter or cheese if you’re feeling wild. I tried yogurt but honestly, it just made me grumpy. Scrambled eggs saved my wallet and my sanity.
