Another big thing in regards to learning to eat again is texture. Anything that had a rough texture or of course spices I wouldnt eat. The first time I tried chinese food I was at a buffet. I frantically ran to the beverage refill section and gulped glasses of chocolate milk to ease the burning. Mashed potatoes that are homemade and arent blended smooth I cant eat.

Have Dave try pancakes with butter and real maple syrup. The chemicals in processed syrup can burn your mouth. Thats something that is fattening. It will be a while before he needs to be concerned about low cal foods.