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if it helps try to eat as healthy as you can. I can't eat much 16 month post CRT. I lost 50 pounds and mostly survived on Boost high calorie for awhile. Try High protein oatmeal. Make it a little juicy and it goes down smooth. Always add blueberries, bananas or some fruit. In the beginning I found Liptons chicken noodle soup in the pouch was good. I ate so much of it i can't stand it now. Mostly anything you can add a little sauce or gravy to makes it easier to chew and enjoy. Smoothies are good. Add protein powder. You can even make with your Boost for added nutrition. I've only been able to gain a few pounds back. I went for 180 to 128. This morning I was 132. Also, even though I'm tired I make myself get out and enjoy nature and do my walks with my pups. I also lift some light weights and do my daily neck massages.

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Good solid advice! Sorry to hear the weight didn't come back. Is your caloric intake just too low?

@csshman Thank you so much for all of this!! I will suggest these things to her when she is able to start getting off her GI tube. I love all of your ideas and the ones at the end too! Best of luck and health to you! Thanks again!

@csshman I read your post to my partner and her response was "did you write that"?
Our stories are so similar. I lost 80 pounds and none has come back on. I an eating 2 small meals per day but no tastes buds and dry mouth...nothing is enjoyable. I do qx smoothies per day using my Boost with added vitamin drops.
Thank you for sharing!