I have had it since 2008. Gastroparesis is one of the first signs of neuropathy according to my neurologist. High protein diet is hard on digestion. Red mea(beef) can stay in your stomach up to three days just sitting in your stomach or longer depending on how long your stomach takes to digest it. The doctor recommended that I use a food processor to grind up the meat. It makes it easier to digest. If I eat more than four small pieces I throw it right back up. Vegetables- I like mine firm not mushy and over cooked. There’s times when mine is worse. I send them through a food processor.
Some gastrointestinal doctors recommend baby food but it’s really nasty so I just use a food processor.
Eat seven small meals a day. Sit down and eat three meals a day it just sits there and you end up bloating and refluxing. I have big problems with tomato based sauces more burning of the stomach. I eat lots of fish. Not farm raised(antibiotics/hormones) and it’s easier on the stomach.

Hello @pinktummy and welcome to the Digestive Health support group on Mayo Connect. You've have found a great forum to discuss this difficult disorder. I'd encourage you to read many of the posts here and find out what has worked for others.

You will probably find that good sources of protein might include fish, chicken or other poultry. Well-cooked fruits and veggies are also a good choice. Smoothies can be a good way to get more fruits or veggies in a more digestible form. I tend to have a lot of soups as the veggies are well cooked and don't cause the same discomfort as raw foods.

It does take a while to find the best eating plan, but it is well worth the time! I look forward to hearing from you again as you continue on the journey of dealing with gastroparesis. Will you post again?