You will not be able to eat food for a while after the surgery. It will be liquids, purees, then soft foods. Please don't misunderstand that we get to eat quickly after the surgery. In the beginning things happen slowly. Your tummy has to heal. Today is Thanksgiving and I had 2 oz turkey, a little stuffing, 2 bites potato, green beans, and even a little sweet potato. Took my time and could not clean my plate. That is not important anymore. I even had a small piece of home made apple pie. I am 10 weeks post op and just recently started being able to eat a little more. The weight loss that occurs in the beginning outweighs what we can't eat. I am down 50 lbs!! Good luck to you!