How long it takes to resume normal diet after colonoscopic polyp removal is related to the size and number of polyps removed, and generally, it takes 1 week. Usually patients can drink water 6 hours after colonoscopic polyp removal, and it is recommended to eat liquid and semi-liquid food such as milk, lotus root powder, thin rice, boiled noodles, etc. for 1-3 days after surgery; spicy, stimulating, fried, cold and hard food should be prohibited within 1 week to avoid secondary damage to the intestinal canal; if there is no abdominal pain, bloating, blood in stool, etc., normal diet can be gradually resumed after 1 week. At the same time, patients may experience abdominal distension and anal discomfort after surgery, so they are advised to move appropriately to promote exhaustion, but should avoid strenuous exercise. In addition, even if the patient resumes normal diet, it is not recommended to eat spicy and stimulating food, do not drink alcohol, and eat more nutritious and easily digestible food and fresh vegetables and fruits. If abdominal pain or blood in the stool occurs, patients should seek medical attention.