Diane_65

My favorite fast food option is Chick Fila. I get their 4 count and sometimes 6 count grilled nugget kids meal. I get a fruit cup with it and the diet lemonade. I always wait till I'm home and mix the lemonade with water because it's so tart but it's yummy! I never finish the fruit cup. It's high in protein, very low in carbs and low in calories. It's an excellent choice for a meal for anyone wanting to lose weight. I also get the grilled cool wrap which is wrapped in a flax seed wrap. I tear most of the wrap away and eat it. It's way more than I can eat in one setting and so good for you. I haven't stopped eating out because We are a busy family. I just make wiser choices! The sleeve is an awesome tool to lose weight but some look at it like a ball and chain!

We just order a main dish and I may order a side salad or something to go with and I take a small portion of my husbands protein. It works well for us, We both enjoy a great meal and the price is much better these days!

Yogurt is deceiving sometimes... be careful with sugars and carbs in yogurts. I only eat Dannon light and Fit yogurts or Carb Masters from Kroger. I have never had the dumping syndrome and am almost 4 months out. I like the sugar free fudgecicles too but only eat 1 a day at most. Another thing... I don't weigh at home at all. I wait to see the numbers at my Dr. visits. I have read so many that were discouraged due to increases or stalls. I won't weigh again till August. If I go through a stall, I won't even know it! LOL .............. Hang in there... each day gets easier and the journey is amazing!

I add a pack of procel protein supplements to my shakes. It adds 5 grams of protein and is tasteless. I did try mixing it in yogurt but it makes the consistancy a bit weird for me.

BE CAREFUL of the sugar free Klondike bars... They have 160 calories and are 40% saturated fat. A better choice for a cool treat is the Fudgecicles No Sugar Added at 40 calories and virtually no fat. just a little fyi.... sometimes the NO SUGAR ADDED is just a ploy to get you to buy something that is not good for you!

You can get the Syntrax Nectar Drinks at Amazon.com and the shipping is free. I have compared prices and that's by far the cheapest when you factor in shipping!

I only weigh at my Dr. visits. I like big numbers so I don't even own a set of scales.

My favorites are Syntrax Nectar Fuzzy Navel and Strawberry Kiwi. Mixed with 10 oz water and then add ice. They are both refreshing. I don't recommend the Grape Nectar.

I boil several eggs at a time. They are a great source of protein and keep well in the fridge. I use them in tuna salad and whole with salt and pepper. I also keep Dannon light and fit yogurt in the fridge. I always have jell-o sugar free puddings on hand for times when I want a treat! LOL I keep a couple of packs of Gortons Tilapia in the fridge. The portions are just right for me. I heat them up in a skillet and when I remove it, I pour a can of french style green beans in the pan to warm them up. The seasonings from the Tilapia are actually quite tasty! My teenage daughter loves that meal also! ohhh and I always have campbells soup at hand in my pantry for those meals that I don't feel like preparing! They are good tasting and filling and super easy with only 70 calories per can.

oops I forgot to mention that I only weigh at Dr. visits. I like big numbers so I don't do the daily weigh in thing! ......... again best of luck!

I'm almost 3 months out. I have a nectar fuzzy navel protein drink when I first wake up. I try to eat a protein rich breakfast (maybe a 1 egg omelet, 1/2 slice 2% cheese and some mushrooms and a slice of ham diced). For lunch I try to eat something high in protein, such as tuna or chicken salad made with low fat mayo. For dinner, I have sauteed veggies and chicken or fish normally. And a protein drink afterwards. .... I am averaging around 600 calories. I need to up that but it's not as easy as I once thought. I'm loosing at a very steady pace and excercizing daily. I log everything on MyFitnessPal which seems to keep me accountable. ................ best of luck! DRINK DRINK DRINK and get your protein in!!!

This has been the best decision I've ever made. The surgery was a breeze for me. No real pain to speak of. Nothing enough to even take pain meds. My recovery was quick and I have to remind myself to eat now! I think you are going to treasure your decision to have sleeve surgery! Welcome to this site. Support is essential! I have learned many things through the nice people at Verticalsleevetalk!

My Dr. told me to only do walking. Nothing strenuous at all till about 6 weeks post op. Anything that will make you strain or stretch your abs is kinda out till healing has taken place. Each Dr. is different, so I would consult them if I were you! Best of Luck on your surgery!!!!

Absolutely call your Dr..... the dry lips could be a sign of high blood sugar or dehydration. Either of which you should call your Dr.