Question 1

what foods can i eat the day before my colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Follow the instructi: Your doctor's office should give you instructions to follow in order to have a good prep. Otherwise your test will be cancelled as the preparation is rigorous and lasts 2-3 days of no solids and using laxatives to clean up your intestines completely.

Question 2

what kind of food can i eat the day before my colonoscopy procedure?

Accepted Answer

Liquids: No solid or soft foods ar allowed on the day of the prep. Any liquid that you can see through (clear liquids) is allowed--tea, black coffee, water, juces without pulp, broths, popsicles, hard candy (ie, jolly ranchers). Avoid any red colored fluids as they may give the tissue a bloody appearance and can be confusing.

Question 3

can i eat orange jello the day before my colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Generally, avoid red food products before your colonoscopy.

Question 4

i have a colonoscopy scheduled tomorrow afternoon.  can i eat chocolate jello or chocolate pudding today (the day before procedure)?

Accepted Answer

Colonscopy: Depends on the prep that your doctor gave you.  Follow those prep instructions

Question 5

what can i eat after a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Nothing to gassy: Since most people are a little bloated after a colonoscopy, i tend to recommend foods that are not too gassy right after a colonoscopy. Otherwise, eat whatever you want. You just went through a tough ordeal so you deserve a treat!

Question 6

can i eat tofu 2 days before my colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if...: If a person enjoyed tofu without problems in the past, then she can have tofu the day before her colonoscopy... As long as she drinks the prep drink and clears everything out of her bowels the day prior to her procedure.

Question 7

when can i eat after my colonoscopy procedure?

Accepted Answer

Within an hour: Usually you can have fluids in recovery and should be able to eat  abreakfast within 2 to 3 hours. This depends on how you feel and if you have any nausea afterward. It would wise to start slowly and avoid greasy and acidic foods initially (eg, bacon sausage, orange juice). Toast, cereal, coffee/tea should be safe. Later in the day you may resume your regular diet.

Question 8

when can i eat normally again after a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

No restrictions: Once your colonoscopy is completed, you should be allowed to resume a normal diet as soon as you are awake.

Question 9

which types of food can i eat 2 days before the colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Anything, generally: Depending on your doctor's preparation, you can often eat a regular diet until the day before your colonoscopy.  A light breakfast the day before, and clear liquids all day before your procedure is generally adequate.  Remember though, anything you put in your face before your scope, will have to come out with the prep!

Question 10

can i eat clear gummy bears during colonoscopy prep?

Accepted Answer

Colonoscopy: If you were advised not to eat during your colonoscopy prep then I would avoid the clear gummy bears. You want to have your colon as cleaned out as possible for your procedure. Take care.

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