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Well, I had my endoscopy on Friday, and they confirmed that I did have irritation in my esophagus, so they put me on a different medicine - a generic for Prilosec. I've taken it for 3 days now and can already tell the difference that it makes me feel much better.
However, they did offer some dietary restrictions, such as limiting caffeine, chocolate, fats and tomato-based foods. At first I was disappointed because it sounds like it cuts out many of the foods I like -- spaghetti, chili, the occasional cheeseburger... But I think I can satisfy myself by eating more lean proteins and veggies. I'll be looking for recipes and recommendations! They also recommended eating more frequent smaller meals rather than 3 large ones.
So now it's just up to me to keep an eye on what I eat... I have already basically cut caffeine out of my diet, which was difficult. I don't have huge chocolate cravings, and I think my fat intake will be fairly easy to manage. However, avoiding tomato-based things and spicy things will be difficult for me, because that is what I love. I'll try my best though! I'm guessing if I add in some more healthy leafy greens & cooling foods, my body will be more able to handle the occasional tomato sauce or spicy chili.
Diet Calendar Entry for 09 November 2009:
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1368 kcal
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Fat: 67.24g | Prot: 35.34g | Carb: 161.93g.
Breakfast: low sugar oatmeal. Lunch: Famous Amos chocolate chip, Uncle Ben ready rice. Dinner: Panera Sierra turkey sandwich. Snacks/Other: Reeses peanut butter cup, Potato chips. more...
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