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Can’t drink protein shakes! Post op
GotProlactinoma replied to KrystalRose's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I cold not stomach anything sweet, including the sweeteners used in flavored protein powder. And mixing plain protein powder with water or milk didn’t work. I’d get shaky and sweaty and nauseous. And I wasn’t getting enough protein. Finally I came upon my way to get good quality protein powder ( I use the grassfed organic powder from NorCal) into me. I mix it with the Greek yogurt! I add enough coconut water to be able to mix the powder into a cup of yogurt. Then I put it into little lunchbox tins to take with me in my lunchbox all day, with a cold pack. I often mix in 2 tbsp of Ground flax seed, the red bag with bits of dried fruits in it (just a teense of hint of flavor). This concoction is PERFECT because it fills me up with the needed protein without any food reward or food pleasure. You just take enough spoonfuls until you aren’t protein-hungry any more. Eating to live. -
Help understanding stage 2 " full liquids"
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to lucylu1313's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You should have a specific list from your surgeon and/or your nutritionist. However, stage one is clear liquids only, while stage two generally includes protein shakes, sugar-free jello and popsicles and fudgesicles, and cream soup (without any pieces or chunks of food--blend it if you have to). Sugar-free yogurt might be allowed; check your list. -
Discouraged 10 month post op VSGr
GreenTealael replied to lb21407's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I agree Tracking is crucial. The lack of accountability got me where I was in the first place. When I stalled for nearly a month (month 2)I had to go straight back to basic , I had to add in that protein shake, I had to remove slider foods like Greek yogurt, although they are protein rich I was often hungry very quickly. I had to add easy dense proteins back in like boiled eggs. I had to get 64oz min of liquids in by any means necessary, which for me mean using straws (which is under debate ) I had to return to the phases I thought I outgrew. If you are a coffee drinker one of the easiest ways to up way your protein consumption is by adding premier caramel shake to coffee. It's the only I have been able to tolerate the shakes post surgery. Don't be discouraged, this amazing tool you have will work for you if you use it Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Hi everyone! Sleeved on 1/25, highest weight was 232, surgery weight 222 and current weight 206.4, down 25.6 all together, about 16 since surgery. I’m still on phase two, I drink about 1 3/4 Premeir Protein shakes a day but the taste is killing me. I’ll have sugar free pudding, broth, cream of chicken soup, sugar free ice pops, but that’s it. I’m a picky eater, I don’t like yogurt or cheese so I’m finding I’m very limited. I’m ready for the puréed stage.
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January 2018 Sleevers HERE
wanderlust17 replied to PrincessDy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Try the premier? Has half the protein you need in 11oz. I had soups, low carb yogurt. No sugar in my beverages at all. Crystal light if you need flavoring. And I bought protein 2o water. 15G of protein. No carbs and no sugar. -
Can’t drink protein shakes! Post op
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to KrystalRose's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Let me second or third or whatever protein water. There are several different brands available; you can find them online if not at a local grocery store. I'm currently drinking Protein2O; 15 grams of protein per 16.9 oz. bottle. Another suggestion would simply be to try different flavors and brands of protein shakes to see if you can find something that works. And you just need to make it through the first month or so before things get a lot easier and you have more choices. Yogurt and cottage cheese and actual food are in the future. -
What is everyone drinking on Stage 2 Full Liquid post op
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Zanstt's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I also got really sick of the sweet protein shakes and now can only tolerate Premier (and a few other brands) chocolate. I tried broth and hated it then. One thing that helped me was protein water--still somewhat sweet but not cloying and the thin consistency was better. When I could do full liquids, I even pureed some beef vegetable soup and loved that. Was thrilled to be able to eat yogurt and especially cottage cheese. Still have cottage cheese nearly every day. -
There's not right answer on calories. I've seen people stay too low which hinders their weight loss. I've seen some go higher but lose because they keep carbs low. It's a combination of. Most doctors say that in time your meals should be approximately 4-6 oz. Density of food matters. Early on there's no way I could ever get down 4 oz of chicken in a single meal. If it was a soft food like yogurt I could do it no problem. Slider foods are much easier to eat than a dense protein. The other rule of thumb is that your protein source should roughly be about the size of a deck of playing cards. Use a combination of a scale and measuring cups until you get comfortable with portion size. My standard go-to chicken salad recipe comes out to 1 cup equaling 6 oz. Some days I could get all 6 oz in no problem. Other days I'll eat half and be completely full.
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Discouraged. Slipped band.
needtorecover replied to Lapbandgirl72's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
First thing you have to do is stop the binging. Are you able to take time off work? That may help with doing the liquid diet. If you're able to lay around your house and not have to worry about anything it'll be easier to stick it out. If you want to save your band, I strongly advise you listen to your doctor. Remind yourself that it's just a week. I'm sure it feels good to binge but it's self-destructive behavior. Go to the store, stock up on protein shakes, broths, and yogurt smoothies and tough it out for 7 days. Then move on to mushies, and then try to eat your lap band diet the next week, and then see your doctor. Otherwise you're just going to go back to the way you were before. It's unfortunate for us but once you're obese your body will do whatever it takes to get that fat back. It's not a matter of pure willpower. That's why we needed help in the first place. But you can do 7 days. That's all it is. Just a week. Take it day by day and you'll get through it. -
I have this everyday for breakfast. I stir it up and yum. I just struggle with protein drinks.This is : Greek Yogurt 3/4 c. : Cal:100 Plain Protein: 18 Hemp Hearts( bought at Costco) : Cal:57 : Pro:3.5 Torani Sugar Free : any flavor Handful of blueberries: Cal: 25 Pro:0.5 Sent from my Nexus 5 using BariatricPal mobile app
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Not Enough Stomach Removed
Creekimp13 replied to Shannon226's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
They might just be trying to make you happy. Placating you with proof that nothing is wrong to put your mind at ease. I'm two months out. Yes, I feel restriction after I eat about a cup of food. Less, if the food is fibrous (think steak and raw veggies) or carby (think beans and bread). "Slider" food like oatmeal and yogurt I could eat endlessly with no issues. I can enjoy a couple of bites of sugary naughty desert......but if I continue, I'll feel nauseated like I need a big glass of water. Not true dumping syndrome, but it makes me feel kinda gross. -
I am not drinking any protein yet. My first step is clear fluids for 7 days ( broth, sf jello, 100% juice mixed with water) Saturday o get to move to full fluids. Super excited for that step. Cream soups and yogurt lol sounds like a dream. Sent from my SM-G955W using BariatricPal mobile app
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I am 8 weeks post op from my RNY. The first 3 weeks were brutal, however, sooooo worth it :-). So far I have lost 40 pounds and for the past two weeks I have been going to the gym everyday during lunch and every day during the weekend. I'll either take a zumba, boxing, cycling or aqua workout class. Also, now that I can eat more I consume a lot of grains, yogurt and tofu. I have cut meat out of my life. I am so happy with my results and cannot wait to keep going.
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Calling all October sleevers!!
chrissy43 replied to Detroit_25's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Every time I eat bread I vomit!! So no more bread for me. Try this if you haven’t yet. It’s amazing. I put it on apples, yogurt and I’m my shakes -
I've never been a fan of "eat until you're full" because sometimes that comes too late. It seriously sucks when you go from "okay I'm full now" to a few minutes later of "okay I'm going to throw up right now!" For the first few weeks I pretty much ate out of a measuring cup. 4 oz is typical, however at that stage there is such a difference between foods. You could likely get 4 oz of yogurt down without much fuss. 4 oz of chicken would have killed me once I was cleared to eat anything. The density of the food really matters. Get yourself a nice little kitchen scale. You can pick one up from Walmart or Amazon for $10-15. Measure out your food and go from there. If you can comfortably eat 3 oz after a few times then try going up to 4 oz. Just keep in mind that 1 oz doesn't seem like much but it really is for us.
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The wiring between your stomach and brain is all jacked up right now. This is why measuring your food at this stage is so very, very important. It will vary between individuals, but go into with the mindset that your stomach doesn't know how to tell you it's full yet. In time that will return. Also keep in mind that liquids tend to pass through the system quickly. Unless you are drinking too fast it's not often you'll ever get a full sensation. Same thing for foods like yogurt. If it can become a liquid at room temperature then it you can basically treat it like a liquid. Just remember - measure, measure, measure!
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Are you asking because you're experiencing this or just asking in general? Are you pre or post op? If post-op it's common to go through a phase of things tasting different. A lot of flavors I loved in my protein powders, yogurts, and Crystal Light drinks tasted terrible for a few weeks after surgery. It was truly bizarre. As I transitioned through the phases and was able to introduce more foods back into my diet things started to get back to normal. That being said there are a handful of things I don’t like the taste of anymore. I used to love Miracle Whip over regular mayo. Now I can’t stand Miracle Whip. It comes off with a chemical taste now and don’t enjoy it at all.
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Sleeved 2/2-already able to eat!
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to atwoah's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm curious about how you know you are healing well? I mean, I didn't have pain at all after the surgery (except for about ten minutes after waking up), but I don't really know what was going on inside my body--I assume my stomach was healing from the rather drastic change to it. I'm just thinking that you should be careful not to do anything too soon--stick to the liquids and, when allowed, things like jello or popsicles or yogurt; don't jump into solid foods before your program advises it. The first month or so is tough, but it really isn't that long in the grand scheme of things. Stay safe! -
Hi, we are surgery date twins:) I'm on day four of my liquid diet. I am not able to eat or drink much. I feel the pain in my belly when I've had too much to drink which is usually less than 1/2 cup. My starting stats were: starting weight 365 lbs, day of surgery weight : 329 lbs. I don't own a scale so not sure of now I'm excited to start full fluids on Saturday. Especially to get to eat yogurt again. Lol the small wins Sent from my SM-G955W using BariatricPal mobile app
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Let's Shake The Tree!! Hey Vets, Maintaining is All About The Rules...Right?
FluffyChix replied to FluffyChix's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Thanks so much for this dude! I'd call you a success and a role model. Have you hit any caloric walls where you feel like you're going up inexplicably? I do have to face the reality and did a long time ago, that "carbs" are not my friend. Pre-surg, I really can't eat legumes, or have too big of a serving of yogurt or fruit without my bgs going up and being crazy hungry within 2hours. That's how I know if something (or a meal) had too much glycemic load for my particular body to handle. Before I met my RD, I was averaging loosely between 20-40g per day of net carbs with a crap ton of that from fiber. It's where I feel best. -
5 months post sleeve
GreenTealael replied to imadmerhi's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yogurt, string cheese, protein shakes ,eggs, turkey chilli and if all else fails protein chips, protein cookies and protein crackers. But I advise you speak with your surgeon or nutrition to discover the problem... Can't eat that way forever... -
I’m 2 weeks post op and in the puréed stage too. I’ve had refried beans with melted cheese. I also added a little plain Greek yogurt to it. It’s a great sour cream substitute. I puréed the beans first and thinned them out just a little with water. It taste great!
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Diet Changes After Nutritionist
Diana_in_Philly replied to Jerseygirl4523's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So, most days I do a shake for breakfast - 1 cup of fairlife skim milk, scoop of protein powder, handful of frozen fruit. Most days, that will hold me until noon when I have my chicken and salad - sometimes chicken salad on salad. Afternoon snack is usually cheese - I need the extra protein. Dinner is whatever I make for the family - protein and veg. As to pasta, I stayed away for 1 year. (For an Italian, it was hard) My go to now if I have pasta is the Barilla High Protein in the yellow box. I find it better than the other "substitute" pastas. Some days for breakfast I'll have scrambled eggs with cheese, but on days when I'm on the way into the office I do a shake and coffee. I did not give up my coffee. My team was OK with it. Lunch at the office is always a salad with 1 tablespoon of a vinaigrette dressing and about 3-4 ounces of protein - usually left over from dinner the night before. Snacks during the day are cheese or Oikos greek yogurt. Sometimes, a small apple. Dinner is 3-5 ounces of protein and a vegetable - sometimes 1/2 of a baked potato. I make all kinds of proteins at home - fish, beef, chicken, pork. I find the denser the protein, the less I can eat - I can eat 5-6 ounces of cod at this point, but only about 3-4 ounces of beef. Pinterest is your friend for meal planning. This week I have tons of leftovers - we had a sleepover for the 15 year old daughter so there were tacos - there's plenty of taco meat left which will be a taco salad for dinner tonight for me. I bought but didn't make chicken wings for the game yesterday and they will be dinner tomorrow. You've got this. My RD was clear - protein and water first. Get your 60/60 in - 60g protein, 64 ounces water - daily. I shoot for about 90 g protein most days. Using MyFitnessPal to track my foods has helped quite a bit. -
Full liquid diet and pouch stretching
Sadiebug replied to Nancy Geoghegan's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
The reason you can have more now is because the extreme swelling from surgery is starting to go down. Plus, as Creekimp said everything you are eating (liquids, yogurt, etc) is just sliding right through your pouch. Taking an hour to eat yogurt is a long time. My surgeon recommends that we eat our meals in 30 minutes (and at 2 weeks out we were on 4oz of pureed). I think you're fine - but if you do have concerns you can always call your surgeons office to discuss them. -
Full liquid diet and pouch stretching
Creekimp13 replied to Nancy Geoghegan's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
You need to eat everything you're told. Or at least try hard to do so. The reason being...as you heal, you NEED to stretch it a little several times a day to keep the openings open, and reduce the odds of it developing a stricture from scar tissue. (that's what I was told) 4 ounces of yogurt in an hour is fine. You won't stretch your pouch drinking fluids...they move right through. Most of the stuff you're eating right now does. And of course you can drink more now...you're healing. it's a good thing:) Less risk of dehydration.
