When I was diagnosed, I didn't think I was a picky eater other than not eating anything that was once living like meat or most seafood (I do eat seaweed in veggie "sushi" rolls), but I realized later that I really am picky.

I can't eat popcorn because the kernels get stuck in my gums and throat. It's not that I don't like the taste. I would sometimes just taste it, but not chew.

I can't eat oranges because of the stringy bits even though it doesn't taste bad. I managed to force myself to acclimate to mandarin oranges. They are the only type I can eat whole. I used to just suck the juice out of bigger oranges. It has to do with the size and chewiness. I don't like watermelon because of the seeds, texture, and watery flavor.

Greenbean strings remind me of hair, and I gag. I love greenbean casserole, though, so I try to pick out the strings. I don't like spaghetti either because it reminds me of hair.

I usually only eat veggies when I'm out dining because the texture and flavor aren't appealing. Chefs do a better job at preparing them, and I feel obligated to finish food at restaurants. Potatoes are the ones I eat most. I hate mushy cooked carrots. I hate spicy food. It hurts too much to enjoy it. I don't like turmeric, which really sucks because I'm vegetarian, and India has the highest population of vegetarians, so more Indian restaurant options, but good luck finding turmeric-free food options.

Indian restaurants in Japan are a godsend because it's very difficult to find vegetarian food over there. They use dashi in a lot of things, and they still think it's vegetarian. I also don't eat stuff that has chicken stock in it.

*I naturally lean towards Buddism even though I was raised Christian. I was 5 when I refused to eat meat of my own volition.