reinangel

A few things. 1) we can only absorb 30-40 g of protein at once. 2) Go to Vitamin Shoppe and gt a bottle of this or that to try before buying a big tub of something you may not like. ( they also have sample pack sizes of syntrax nectar that you can mix with water and its a very good juice type protein NOT like isopure. 3) I personally have the best luck with Nectars ( fruity ones) and OhYeah! ready to drink ( they are lactose free) in strawberry and banana.

Kosher sandwich slice with bacon and american cheese wrapped in a leaf of bibb lettuce. ITS AMAZING. At first i thought you were talking about Zingers cake thingy. Its like a twinkie but raspberry cake and a red coconut coating. Pickles are SO much better than those

I would say a few RTD shakes. I personally love OhYeah! Some Syntrax nectar samples. some chicken broth packets. Jello made in some take out condiment containers. ( can get 2oz at walmart near plastic cups or other sizes at a retaraunt supply store)

What specifically are you looking for?

I was going to say try milk of magnesia but depending on where you are, you may not be able to get it.

So you know how i mentioned that i seem to be having a hard time with food? Well, I started taking OTC prilosec(omeprazole) and It was like a miracle pill. I can eat and drink and nothing bothers me. I feel normal. My surgery was 10/8 and since soft foods at 3 weeks, I havent really been able to eat or drink anything without pain or nausea or puking or all of the above. I have to date lost 75 lbs from first appt to today. Stupid Dr saying I was fine and he wasnt worried and i shouldnt be either. JERK! (end rant)

So, I had my 3 month f/u. First time I have seen the surgeon since my 2wk appt. He never showed for my 6wk. anyway, Down 74 from my highest at my first appt with him and feeling good about that. But.. I cant seem to shake that I should be able to eat more than 2oz unless its yogurt or oatmeal. Most of the time whatever i eat as a meal hurts after about 30 sec from the first bite. He says hes not concerned so i shouldnt be. I cant eat meat unless its gr.beef or really moist beef or pork. NO chicken or turkey or eggs still except unbreaded chick fil a nuggets ( 2 whole nuggets). Just getting frustrated at the not being able to eat things. most veggies hurt. Sorry just an update and mostly rant.. How are the rest of you faring with food?

eat only once per day? that isnt right. how are you going to get all your nutrients in? My doc( and most others) recommend 3 meals and 3 snacks.

Wow I'm so sorry u r having so much trouble!! So how do u get all your Protein in?? I can eat beef and pork. Ham and bacon especially. I have become the master at making dinners with ground beef and ham If i remember to make it the night before, i will have nectar fuzzy navel drinks. I just cant eat chicken or turkey at all.

breakfast - usually Weight control banana bread oatmeal 1st snack- sunflower or pumpkin seeds or string cheese lunch - deli ham and salami and cheese usually alone or mixed with small diced cucumbers and bibb lettuce 2nd snack- protein shake or string cheese dinner - non chicken based whatever im cooking for hubby 3rd snack- rest of protein shake

This is how i get anytime i eat chicken or turkey in anyform.. sausage,canned,in Soup with a spoonful of broth, chili.. so far its only chicken turkey shrimp and muchrooms that do that to me. I try every week or 2 again with some sort of poultry. the funny thing is, someone told me to try soy "chicken" it did the same thing. Been like that since pureed stage at 2 weeks out.. Today is 11 weeks out. I can eat just about everything else.

I found chicken broth curbs my appetite as my pre meal drink. also. try cream of chicken Soup.. pea/lentil soups( if you like them) i was exactly like that at 3 weeks however i couldnt eat eggs or chicken. it does get better. just try thicker liquids.

I started in Jan and had my surgery in Oct.. I was done with everything by april however, due to work scheduling I had to wait until Oct for surgery. The wait was killer. but i prepared.. I started changing my lifestyle duing that wait. no drinking while eating was the hardest. Starting your Vitamins on a schedule now helps keep that going after. practice chewing alot and taking smaller bites. Good luck!

You can do it.. I have 6 lbs to go to get to Onederland by christmas. My surgery was 10/8 and i started at 267. that was my 1st goal. under 200 by christmas. second goal is close to goal weight by my birthday in april. Watch your soium and up your Water and Protein and you will hit it! good luck and Merry Christmas!

My epiphany moment was last week when i was walking at work and my pant legs were rubbing at my ankles.. I dont think they hve been that close in about 24 years.

I stalled at 3wks and 7wks. I understand theres another coming up at around 14wks. Its normal and thats the time you want to take measurments instead of weighing yourself. chin up kid.. you are normal.. and if you have more questions.. theres always the chat room. Its more active at night.

I should stop stalking and check in.. 9wks down and i am down 60lbs total. I have the hardest time with chicken turkey and shrimp. One bite and im puking it up. sometimes 2 hours later. beef seems to be the easiest for me. I cant seem to find the right balance of protein/food or fluids. its always one or the other. I cant take any of the good multi vites because they make me throw up after chewing. Im currently taking vitamelts multi and trying to suppliment with Biotin and foods rich in b1. its been a struggle for me. I am a foodie. I cook and plan meals then after 1 bite i cant eat it. its kinda depressing. But.. then i look at the 60lb loss and i am happy about it. I can barely eat 2 oz of any solids. up to 6 if its a slider like yogurt or liquidy Soups. I am craving chicken wings soo bad so i have to try to find an alternate meat for them.. I will try rabbit and frog legs next weekend. Protein shakes have been hard.. i can still only tolerate Ohyeah ready to drinks and nectar fuzzy navel and twisted cherry.. no other flavors .. hope to get some more check ins.

I am almost 8wks out and having the same issue sinnce starting purreed back at week 3. One day will be a goot eating day the next with the very same food will be horrible. pain vomiting nausea. then fine again the next day. also cant reheat anything. As soon as i take a bite of something i reheated even if i ate it the same day it comes right back up.

what are you drinking? if its plain water try some crystal llight raspberry. I was having so much trouble with just water and one of the nurses gave me that and thats all my tummy can handle to drink. Im 2.5 wks post. also dontt try too drink fast. Its very slow going for a while.

I second the benefiber. I put it in my crystal light water and nextar protein and i dont even taste it. I have also been spending my days pinning recipes and its making me hungry even though im full. But im pinning them to make them when i can eat real foods again and find ways to make them healthier. 2 weeks post op!

I second the Spring Valley ones. they are very pleasant tasting and cheaper than the vitamelts.

I was supposed to start pureed food yesterday. Im kinda scared to progress like that. I did have 2 slices of Cooper sharp cheese during the day. Today i am making lentil soup and will puree that.. I am having a rough time keeping my pouch happy. One day it wont tolerate cold things. next it hates hot things. One day i ate a SF italian ice and the very next day i got sick on the same thing. but i did pick up tuna and salmon in pouches and some FF miracle whip and mayo with olive oil for when i am brave enough to try them. I also have some chili i made before surgery thawing to try and puree that tomorrow and a pot roast too. Heres to hoping i wont be too scared.

awesome! great job Spark!.

I was supposed to be one but i also didnt pass gas and the pain was horrible so they kept me another night.

I feel the same way Lynn73. Yesterday was an amazing day. and i pooped. That was the perfect end to it. I found i cant drink cold things just yet. Makes my pouch cramp. today i feel great and have tons of energy and im about to trek out with the bf to find this elusive pumpkin Protein shake at GNC. I was really starting to wonder about the surgery. and all the people that said they felt great after. until yesterday (5 days out) I felt like shit that was stepped on and smeared along the sidewalk. Yes that bad!.