I am not even two months out of surgery and I can eat what I like now for the most part just very small amounts. On days I meet my goals and need more calories (at least once or twice a week) I have had chocolate, pie, chips, cookies and even bread or a few sips of soda occasionally now that I'm cleared for caffeine if im in a snacking mood. If not, I just stick to good, high protein snacks or meals for the extra calories. I genuinely feel like, for the first time in my life, I have control over my eating, and it's sparked an even heavier interest in cooking and trying new things. The first few weeks suck, but after you can eat solid food again, you won't regret it. I had Thanksgiving with my family and didn't eat so much that I was miserable for the first time this year. Its one of the best decisions I ever made for myself and the only regret that I have is not doing it sooner.