Jeffrey Stern
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Stage 3...purred and soft...
Jeffrey Stern replied to skyeyes9520's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
Hi skyeyes9520 Good luck on the pureed food...or baby food as I called it. speaking of..try some baby food it has come along way. I found a veg and brown rice that was pretty good (just watch for hidden sugars) and try to find a high protein content. If that's not appealing for fruit: you should cook 1/3 to 1/2 cup of fruit with 2 tsp of water. for a couple of minutes(straw, blue raspberry or peaches) or I lived on unsweetened apple sauce w/ cinnamon sprinkled on for flavour. Remember NO fibrous fruit eg. oranges or pineapples. I think you can have cream of wheat, oatmeal (if instant no more than 10 grms of sugar) or a cold cereal soaked in milk 'till it's mushy. Don't for get yogurt ( NO fruit bottom or chunky anything sugar and fat free) Sugar free jello ( I cheated with low fat cool whip ) you can't have jello without coolwhip...right. Sugar free pudding for another treat. You should be okay with low fat cottage cheese. Try as well a poached egg. For more purred stuff;Hummus is easy and quick...here are some recipes for Veggies >>1/3 cup of veg with 3 teaspoons of veg broth ( any veg into the food processor and blend for 2minutes it must be fine...remember baby food. meat and fish ( ground beef and a soft fish like cod or salmon ) 1/2 cup cooked meat/fish in 4 tablespoons of broth or water. Blend until smooth. NO CHUNKS !! One last hint...use spices and herbs (they are your best friends) to make your food tastier. One last hint make a more than you need to eat that meal and buy some little containers or even use ice cube trays to portion out your food and freeze it.It makes life so easy here are a couple of sites for recipe ideas. I hope this helps www.bariatriccookery.com http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/diet/pureedentreesalads.cfm#blended vegetables Good luck and good health -
Hi Tobittl The pain is very normal...my goodness according to your surgery date your not even a week out. Did they not give you any pain meds ?. Any way just make your incision is clean and one trick you might try... well two . Try rolling to what ever side your getting up from sit up sideways... don't try sitting straight up. And if you have to cough put a pillow over stomach and press gently to hold your stomach , or just to feel good. feel better soon
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Anger and agitation
Jeffrey Stern replied to northstar9148's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi northstar9148... here are some ideas I hope will help you. I don't know what brand you buy but...Buy a brand (any no name brand is fine at your local wal-mart or health food store even a big supermarket should carry protein powders. Buy a brand that is whey (milk) or soy. I think if you buy a vanilla (there is other flavours as well) flavoured brand you will have more options for shakes. Less than 5 grams of Carbs and 20 to 30 grams of protein and NO sugar. here's one recipe strawberry banana protein shake 1 scoop protein powder 1/2 cup skim milk, almond milk or cashew milk. 1/2 cup plain low fat yogurt 4 whole strawberries (frozen if want) or blueberry, raspberry 2 inch piece of banana 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 package sweetener (optional) Throw into blender and blend until smooth....delicious you can also replace the berries with peaches or even use coco powder (plain no sugar powder not hot choc mix) try using flavourings and extracts orange, root beer, maple, for baking ...DO NOT use juice, honey or sugar for flavour. try this site for more recipes www.bariatriccookery.com good luck -
I DON'T want to eat!
Jeffrey Stern replied to char3672's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
No protein shakes ...that's odd?? -
Anger and agitation
Jeffrey Stern replied to northstar9148's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Oh boy ....I was on the Opti-fast diet for 3 weeks prior to my surgery. I'm lucky I'm not in prison. LOL !! How is anyone ready to go from eating solid food to liquid meals and not feel like ... well you can imagine. -
Not a lot of Flavor in my foods
Jeffrey Stern replied to Caligirl T's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
I was told my taste buds would change.. it's all hormonal (apparently). Spices become your friends use them a lot and experiment. Fresh herbs as well ...I use basil a lot and fresh parsley, onions and garlic as well ginger for stir frys. Low salt soy sauce and rice, balsamic vinagers for salads. I have found some great bloggers and websites for Bariatric cooking to give me ideas. www.bariatriccookery.com https://www.facebook.com/bariatriceating/ -
Questions about bariatric surgery
Jeffrey Stern replied to skyewolfe's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I had gastric bypass. My weight ballooned after the loss of my dog and I got depressed. I was up to 325 lbs. never been that big before. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 10 yrs ago and it went out of control. Sugar levels in the high teens and 20's. Sleep apnea soon followed arthritis in my knees and ankles, high blood pressure, high cholesterol all added to the list of health issues. My medicine chest looked like a pharmacy. Soon after my surgery my sugar levels improved ( my doctor was doing cartwheels) and no more insulin. Arthritis gone... I can walk for miles without pain. And everything else has improved. No more sleep apnea and the stupid machine. My surgery went great no issues. I was given Oxycontin for the pain to take home only needed it for a few days. Then Tylenol was good enough. I guess the worst thing I can say is I have been constipated a couple of times. This certainly has been the best thing I have ever done... -
I can't say it enough...Carbs are the devils work. Stay away from them (just my opinion) there are lots of different options available at your local health food stores. A lot of the big box stores are carrying stuff as well.. since everyone is afraid of carbs/gluten. Just make sure you read your labels...can't stress that enough either. If your eating protein bars for example watch out for the sugar content, nothing over 10 gr.
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Nervous about going under!
Jeffrey Stern replied to RobertIsFun's topic in Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum
been under many times for various reasons. I got a little teary eyed when I went under for my bypass surgery..I think more for the thought of ...this is the beginning of a new life...and I was right. you'll do great and good luck !! -
1st day post-op
Jeffrey Stern replied to chamilton0323's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Walk and walk as much as you can it will help with the gas the bowels and keep you healthy. and drink as much water as you can again good for the bowels and gas good luck it's just the beginning of a new you!! -
Citric Question
Jeffrey Stern replied to Iwanttofitinmyweddingdress's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hey good luck and I know you will be so happy with the new you. about the flavoured popsicles it's not really about the flavours...you just can't eat any foods with fibrous content hence the oranges and pineapples. and make sure they're sugar free. -
Pre surgery info
Jeffrey Stern replied to Rector82's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You'll be on a basic liquid diet post surgery. Lots of Broth (chicken, vegetable and beef) Tomato soup. NO soups with anything in it like noodles or chunks of anything. Yogurt low fat and sugar no fruit on the bottom or mixed in plain only. Sugar free jello (cheated a little and bought some low fat cool whip topping...can't have jello without topping) Juice is fine try to find a low sugar brand and mix half and half with water don't drink it straight. Sugar free Popsicle or make your own with those packets of water sugar free flavourings. To zip up those broth soups try adding some spices...curry into the chicken or Italian into the veg some chili (not too much) into the tomato you get the drift. good luck -
Hey Oscar T ...try eating fruit with a higher sugar content. Berries ( blue, raspberry, strawberry) they are also high in fiber and anti-oxidants, mangoes and cherries and some apples all have a little higher sugar (good sugar not to worry ) than bananas.
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solids by day four? wow that's brutal ! I'm into my end of my 2nd month I didn't start solids until week 5. I do eat melba toast from time to time with soup or saltine crackers (just a couple). Me personally just no carbs/gluten.
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I am on board with staying away from the carbs issue not even whole wheat or brown rice for me...there are so many alternatives out there. Carbs and gluten are the devils work !!! LOL
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Well I'm happy to report ,,,down to 255.. yippy ! 70 lbs to date. I admittedly am not eating a whole lot. I have my few favourites and everytime I try something new I turn my nose. up at it. I am still avoiding anything carb/gluten related...My Nut. isn't to thrilled about that she says a little bit of carbs are good for you ...sorry as soon as I eat anything carb ie. bread... my blood sugar goes up. I have found some gluten free alternatives. As well if I feel like pasta I use a spaghetti squash just as good with sauce and cheese.
when I started this journey I had a 48-50 inch pants waist now down to 42 inch and my shirts were a 4XXL now XXL is my new size.
I do get to buy some new clothes ( yippy I finally get to shop at Old Navy ...love that store... cheap and cheerful) and donated a lot of my bigger stuff to a local used charity clothing/ and other stuff store. They also give you 30 % off if you buy something .
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So a while back I was asking about eating nuts for snack and got a good response . Then I came upon an article (now anything I read on line I take with a grain of salt) that does say eating certain nuts is good for the waist line. eg. Almonds,cashews and walnuts. This article also lists other foods that will help in that field such as tomatoes,oatmeal,meat/fish,eggs,olive oil,broccoli,avocado,berries,hot peppers, spinach and lastly green tea. I can honestly say I eat all these items and are mainly my daily diet...but the hot peppers. I would direct you to the site but can't find it. sorry
any feed back ??
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Did you know a jalapeño has more vitamin c than 18 oranges??? A bunch of the older generation of a certain culture here eat jalapeños with their food, on the side! I love them too, but sometimes they can be bad for those who have acid reflux too/heartburn. Overall, they can be good for you.
Those are all great foods to incorporate in a healthy diet. Berries for the antioxidants. Oatmeal for fiber. Olive oil and avocado for fats. Spinach and broccoli for iron and fiber. I've got to get in the habit of green tea though.....
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Well it's about bloody time. I'm down a couple of pounds...257 lbs from 260 lbs after almost a month.
By the way does anyone snack on nuts like almonds or peanuts or cashews or sunflower seeds...I know there fattening but aren't they healthy fat ?
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Quote.....and noooo, the chia seeds aren't from those pet toys! HAHA!
Actually that is exactly what they are. They used moistened seeds of chia (Salvia hispanica). Funny fact. Who would have thought you were feeding terra cotta figurines such healthy material.
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@Navigating the Wilderness Say what!? Seriously! Lol 😆 😂
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I want to scream...I am stuck at 260 lbs now for over a week almost two. I'd pull my hair out if I had any...LOL
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Kinda in a sluggish mode not eating a whole lot but not losing either ...a couple pounds in a week (sad)
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Okay I've been a bad bad boy....was in Niagara Falls today very hot and everyone was eating ice cream. I had a small...small DQ vanilla cone (didn't eat the cone) today.It was sooo good and no dumping
okay shoot me I feel ssoooo guilty. However I've been such a good boy and worked so hard. I also went to the outlet mall and bought myself a new denim jacket from Old Navy because I can find one in my size again.. hallelujah !!!
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If you can help yourself, moderation is ok. So, if you ate that ice cream and didn't have any for a bit while after that, or even get other junk afterwards, then you've done a good job, in my opinion. It's easy to slip and go off plan like @Apple1 mentioned, but it can be nice to have a full fat ice cream periodically too. Just depends on your discipline.
Hope you enjoyed it!!! And please no shame in eating it, okay.
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Does anyone eat popcorn...any good or bad experiences ?
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Hey all you Bariatric Beauties out there...just a little "food fact" for you. I have found (someone else may have done so before me) a product of "flaked light tuna" different brands Clover Leaf for one, in little 85 g cans pop lid, and only 90 cals (if you're counting) in assorted flavours (Canadian spelling ) eg. lemon pepper, lemon dill, spicy thai, teriyaki. I take them with me on walks and as well a sm container of sugar free apple sauce and I'm good to go. Hope this isn't old news...I'm a newbie
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Thanks Sherrie for the support and info I'll try that... going to the casino on Sunday and while all the rest (it's a bus trip) go for the buffet... I'll take my sad little can of tuna and sit on the bench all by myself and chew my food slowly and feel satisfied. LOL !!! just joking it's not that bad...really I think...no really?
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I like the convenience of tuna pouches, but some have MSG in them ;P
If money is an issue, I guess I can see sitting there with your tuna.. but it might be worth the money for the socialization at the buffet. Soup should go down real easy (almost normal portion), so have that if you don't want to be embarrassed.
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Thanks for the feedback
No it's not a money issue it's a temptation issue. All the other stuff and of course the dessert part with all the cakes and puddings and what not screaming "eat me" and as well sitting at the table watching all the others stuffing their faces with all that food. Why bother !
Funny enough I really haven't had any sweet cravings since the surgery...very interesting? I have suger free choc. pudding sitting in my fridge for weeks now and I don't crave.
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Update update...
I've reached a plateau at 275 lbs (126 kg ) for almost a week...Doc says that's okay at least I didn't gain.
Anyone with an opinion...be kind?
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Okay I did something I'm not sure is right...I started my soft food portion (5-9 weeks) of my food transition. I had three brown rice california rolls today for lunch 'cause that's all I can eat. I just needed to eat something other than pureed this or pureed that. any comments.
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Hey browngirl 89
Berry78 says it has an allure for people just after liquids for weeks... although you're a bit farther along than me 1mnth) But I say life is short and we (bariatric people) are brave and courageous people so we deserve a little reward for our struggles. SO EAT SUSHI !! (occasional splurge)
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not really 3 weeks?