I feel soooo full!
There are several culprits to watch out for. First, do you think you are taking in some air? We ask our patients to sip fluids, avoid straws and stop chewing gum. These are known culprits for getting air in the stomach pouch. Second, are you eating too fast? Our guidelines recommend eating an ounce (1/8 cup or 2 tablespoons) per 10 minutes when you are finally able to have food you can chew. Third, do you think you are eating too much? Use measuring cups and food scales will help you figure out what volume of food you can comfortably fit into your new stomach pouch. Lastly, are you chewing to applesauce consistency? This habit is often the most difficult one to master. Learning a new way of eating after surgery will take practice and patience. You’ll get there….one tiny sip and one tiny bite at a time.
Rene Norman, RD/LD
René Norman, RD/LD is a registered and licensed dietitian. René has provided medical nutrition therapy for cardiovascular, diabetes, obesity, celiac disease, wellness and disease prevention in a variety of settings. While working in a private practice, René enjoyed counseling individuals and families and delivering presentations to schools, community groups and corporations. Guided by evidence based practices, emerging research, non-diet approaches to weight management and nearly a decade of experience with bariatric patients, René works with bariatric patients to educate them about nutrition before and after surgery.
Rene’ graduated from the University of Tulsa and completed her dietitian internship through Oklahoma State University. Rene’ is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Oklahoma Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and has served in leadership positions in local and state dietetics associations.
@@VSGAnn2014 here we go again.....
I know this is a generalized statement for WLS, but sleevers don't have pouches - this is why some keep referring to a VSG as a pouch.
Yep. The hardest part for me is slowing down to eat. I have eaten quickly ever since my daughter was little (she is now 31 years old). I still eat with a baby spoon to help me slow down. I get way too full too fast, so I know I still need to eat slower and chew much longer than I do. Hardest habit I've ever had to break!
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No straws?
Really?
Are you sure?
http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/369090-the-great-straw-debate/
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