KristenLe

What are you eating at 3 days Post-op?

Only 1-2ozs at 1 week out. My plan is full liquids for 1st week.

Ketosis rash is from low carb diet. http://theketorash.com/

@@Slim2016 I would strictly follow your surgeon's instructions. You had major surgery and there's guidelines for a reason.

@@marypups I can't find the one I saw but there were alot of options. Here's one that looks good. http://thebigmansworld.com/2015/10/28/four-ingredient-flourless-protein-brownies/

Thank you so much. I admit to being a little afraid to come into this place and admit how much I screwed up, but I'm overwhelmed at the kindness people have shown. We all know how easy it is to slip up (better than screw up). You will get alot out of therapy. Stay strong - you can do this! You've already lost so much weight and should be proud!

Lol

I just saw one on Facebook yesterday. I'll look for it.

@@Urgurllizc09 Chewing and spitting out food is a very danger habit to get into. It's another form of an eating disorder. Please find a good therapist.

@@kerryberry16 I have similar stats as you. I went through counseling to deal with emotional eating and I think it was helpful (I'll know post-op i guess). I can't do this on my own - and I need to do something! My health just gets worse. I really think therapy will help you. Good luck.

@@chycky Thank you for a much needed laugh.

@@NPR I believe I read that they don't do the balloon procedure there. Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

@@RosieCheeks These would be good to use! https://www.amazon.com/ZIPZICLE-Pack-Zip-Top-Ice-Pouch/dp/B00N795KR4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1470525105&sr=8-1&keywords=popsicle+bags Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

Cut out all sodas (diet too) and sugary drinks! Start a high Protein low carb diet. My nutritionist suggests 50% protein 50% produce at each meal. Eat slowly without distractions (no mindless eating). Cut back on (or completely) Pasta, bread, rice, Cookies, candy, etc. Find out what your insurance requirements are - some require a supervised weight loss program prior to surgery. Also - as most of us have eating disorders of some sort (emotional eating) - get a handle on your issues - with the help of a therapist if necessary. It's important to have your head ready before surgery- as that can often be the biggest challenge. Good luck! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

@ I completely agree! I have also seen a lot of coddling and "don't worry about eating a taco 4 days postop - ignore the " trolls" being mean" type of comments! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

No carbonation at all. Walk to get rid of the gas.

It could be a ketosis rash @@Crawford23

Try going back to basics. Look into the 5 day pouch reset diet. Congrats on your success so far!

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How far out are you and at what food stage? There should be alternatives you can have. There's protein drinks like Isopure or Unjury. You can add protein powder to foods. There's bone broth, etc. Have you talked to your Nutritionist about what you can eat?

Are you having alot of artificial sweeteners? I find that to be an issue for me.

The other issue with kidney disease is the high Protein diet. Someone recently posted that they have stage 3 kidney disease and since surgery their numbers have improved. If I can find post I'll link it for you.

You've got this!!! Good luck with surgery!!!

@@AMS3188 Try sugar free popsicles! For distractions - paint your nails, go thru clothes and get rid of anything you don't want, see what you have and in what sizes, take a bubble bath, take a nap, go for a walk, go buy some skin care for post op pampering, etc. Stay strong - you've got this!!!

@@plates If I remember from seeing your original post - you had Mac n cheese. The fat in that could also cause problems. You can't eat off plan or you may end up with complications - some could be life threatening. I don't know why you thought eating anything 3 days post-op was wise - never mind Mac n cheese which isn't allowed on most plans until maintenance if then. Yes - it's too late to get your stomach back. Get your head in the game before it's too late.