What to Eat After Achalasia Surgery: A Dietitian’s Recommendations

Following achalasia surgery, it’s important to stick to a soft diet in order to promote healing. A soft diet helps reduce the risk of developing complications, including discomfort and strictures (narrowing of the esophagus). In addition to limiting intake of foods that are hard, crunchy, or difficult to chew, it’s important to consume smaller meals that are more frequent. This will help the stomach digest food more easily and prevent potential problems.