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Also everything is relative. And again they remove 75%-85% of your stomach. Even if for some reason they "accidentally" made it bigger, youre still looking at a stomach thats drastically smaller no matter what, meaning the surgery would still work and youd lose a ton of weight. But forget that line of thinking, it wont help you or do you any favors Presumably your wife isnt a 6'1 man with a large frame. So it would make sense for her stomach to be different from yours, and her daily caloric intake should be much smaller than yours as well. I think getting the diet in order should be your #1 goal though. Maybe talk to the therapist as well, but I think you need to be making better food choices and developing strong habits while the surgery is fresh. Also I dont remember seeing it, but hows your protein intake ? Because not all greek yogurts are protein rich, and I know tomato soup sure aint. Its a learning process and youre going through a ton of change I get that. But you also have a rare and golden opportunity to make lifelong changes to help make your life better. Give it all you got while its fresh, this is the best time to do it

I am about 3 weeks our and protein shakes are almost making me gag. I'm going to try putting Okois yogurt and skim milk in a blender with maybe a quarter cup of protein shake. Hoping that will do it. I also wonder if I am able to eat too much. I can eat about 4-5 Tb ff refried beans thinned with broth. So weird to think that may be too much! Still trying to figure out what it feels like to be "full." Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

After RNY, I had sf hello only for a week while on liquids. I would think chocolate syrup and Ff milk would be too high in sugars! How long do you need this stuff. Would Greek yogurt be a substitute for pudding?

Does your surgeon's office offer a nutritionist or any support? Talk to them. I agree, you need filling food. If Greek yogurt is convenient for you, add some flax meal or chia seeds. How is your water intake? At least 64 oz per day? Find Dr Duc Vuong on Facebook so many free videos and he also has sleeveacademy.com check that out I would also think if you aren't chewing food, maybe that act is causing you to be hungry I find when I have all the same texture, I'm not as satisfied

Try salmon, the list below might help with high protein foods Top 10 Protein Food List 1. Fish (Cod, Tuna, Salmon) - 17g (35% DV) in 3 oz (85g) 1 gram protein per 4.2 calories 20g (41% DV) in 100g Other fish high in protein per fillet(3oz or 85g): Tuna (22g), Salmon (22g), Halibut (22g), Snapper (22g), Perch(21g), Flounder and Sole (21g), Cod (20g), Tilapia (17g). Click to see complete nutrition facts. 2. Cheese (Non-Fat Mozzarella) - 36g (71% DV) in 1 cup, shredded (113g) 1 gram protein per 4.4 calories* 32g (63% DV) in 100g Other cheese high in protein per ounce(28g): Parmesan (10g), Romano (9g), Low-fat Swiss Cheese (8g), Low-fat Cheddar (6g), Low-fat Cottage Cheese (5g). *Low Fat Mozzarella and Cottage Cheese provide the most protein per calorie, full fat cheeses typically only provide 1g protein per 20 calories and are less optimal sources of protein. Click to see complete nutrition facts. 3. Lean Turkey and Chicken (Turkey Breast) - 25g (50% DV) in 3 oz (85g) 1 gram protein per 4.5 calories 30g (59% DV) in 100g More Chicken and Turkey: Chicken Leg - Drumsticks (60g) provides 16g protein. Chicken Thigh (37g) provides 9g protein. 3oz serving of Chicken Breast (85grams) provides 14g protein. Click to see complete nutrition facts. 4. Lean Beef and Veal (Low Fat) - 31g (61% DV) in 3 oz (85g) 1 gram protein per 5.3 calories 36g (72% DV) in 100g T-Bone Steak 3oz (28g) provides 19g of protein, 1 Piece of Beef Jerky (20g) provides 7g of protein. Click to see complete nutrition facts. 5. Pork Loin (Chops) - 41g (82% DV) in 1 chop (137g) 1 gram protein per 5.4 calories 30g (60% DV) in 100g Sirloin Roast 3oz (28g) provides 23g of protein, Ham 3oz (28g) provides 18g of protein, 1 slice of bacon (8g) provides 3g of protein. Click to see complete nutrition facts. 6. Tofu - 6g (13% DV) in 1 slice (84g) 1 gram protein per 7.9 calories 7g (15% DV) in 100g 1 cup (252g) of firm tofu provides 20g protein. 1 cup of soft tofu (248g) provides 16g protein. 1 cup of tempeh (166g) provides 31g protein. Click to see complete nutrition facts. 7. Yogurt, Milk, and Soymilk - 14g (27% DV) in 1 cup (8 fl oz) (245g) 1 gram protein per 9.3 calories 6g (11% DV) in 100g 1 cup skim milk (245g) provides 8g protein, 1 cup soymilk (243g) provides 8g protein. Click to see complete nutrition facts. 8. Beans (Mature Soy Beans) - 31g (62% DV) in 1 cup (172g) 1 gram protein per 9.6 calories 31g (62% DV) in 1 cup (172g) 18g (36% DV) in 100g Other beans high in protein per cup cooked: Kidney Beans (17g), White Beans (17g), Lima Beans (15g), Fava Beans (14g), Black Beans (15g), Mung Beans (14g). Click to see complete nutrition facts. Click for full list of high protein beans. 9. Eggs (Especially Egg Whites) - 6g (13% DV) in 1 large (50g) 1 gram protein per 11.9 calories 13g (25% DV) in 100g 1 Egg White (33g) provides 4g protein, 1g protein to 4.4 calories. 1 cup of scrambled eggs (220g) provides 22g protein. Click to see complete nutrition facts. 10. Nuts and Seeds (Pumpkin, Squash, and Watermelon Seeds) - 8g (17% DV) in 1 oz (28g) 1 gram protein per 19.1 calories 30g (60% DV) in 100g Other nuts and seeds high in protein (grams protein per ounce (28g)):Peanuts (7g), Almonds (6g), Pistachios (6g), Sunflower Seeds (6g), Flaxseed (5g), Mixed Nuts (4g). Click to see complete nutrition facts. Click for full list of high protein nuts.

Yeah it's sliding right through but at least Greek yogurt is better than a lot of other things you could be eating

Clear liquid diets consist of see-though, clear liquids (read: clear juice without pulp, water, broth, jello, tea, etc). Full liquid diets consist of liquids you cannot see through (read: milk, shakes, strained soups, yogurt, pudding, gravies, thinned oatmeal, thinned cream of wheat, sherbet).

I am over-eating because I am starving and a food addict. It is nice to know that dense food will fill me up more. I think I am going to stop buying the Greek yogurt. Sent from my SM-G900V using BariatricPal mobile app

So, I am just focusing on getting enough liquid in the next few days. Will reevaluate at the end of the week, because I am not itching to start puree: the only things on the list that appeal to me are runny scrambled eggs and yogurt. Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

I also was told I drinking 30 min before and 30 after which is a challenge cause I want to drink, yet struggle the rest of the day to get my liquids in... crazy. im eating more solid foods, turkey burger for dinner last night with a small amount of fat free cheese. I manage about 3.5 oz burger and a few soft veggies. Takes about 35 min to eat that. going to a support meeting wed so I'm looking for ideas because the dr said to eat low fat, low sugar others say watch carbs but the yogurt recommended in my plan is cannon Greek triple zero but has 15g carbs which I thought was kind of high. So im sticking to the lean turkey for burgers, egg beaters with fat free ham for now until I can figure out how to be more creative without blowing the fat or carb count!

Why are you eating three Greek yogurts in one sitting? Just because you can doesn't necessarily mean you should. Anyhow, back to the question at hand...Greek yogurt is considered a thickened liquid consistency, like pudding thick. Campbell's tomato soup is a liquid. Liquids don't challenge the sleeved stomach. In other words, they slide past the stomach into the small intestine without activating stretch receptors, so they don't trigger a sense of fullness. I could consume a gallon of soup without feeling full because it's 'sliding.' You won't feel fullness until you attempt to eat animal-based protein such as chicken breasts, steak, pork chops, etc. I guarantee you won't be able to eat three chicken breasts.

I can eat three Greek yogurts in one sitting. I ate a large can of Campbell's tomatoe soup no problem. Sent from my SM-G900V using BariatricPal mobile app

My doctor told me to drink for breakfast and lunch premier protein or slim fast for breakfast and lunch and eat meat for dinner vegetables or salad and fruit low fat yogurt etc do good luck luv Sent from my LGMS210 using BariatricPal mobile app

Check to see if they gave you a list--I was given detailed paperwork on post-op diet phases. Probably, however, you can have yogurt and cream soups and sugar-free pudding. And oh, so many protein shakes . . .

I'm allowed 6 oz for meals (sometimes finish half then the other half as a snack) and 2 snacks at like 2-3 oz each. Usually cottage cheese with fresh pineapple or some Greek yogurt. I give myself 900 calories. Dietician said that's a fine max. Every once in a while I go a little over but usually I'm under.

I just started the soft food/puree phase when I was 15 days out. I'm allowed tuna salad, chicken and egg salad, runny scrambled egg, sweet potato. So far I've been mostly having chicken salad and tuna salad for my meals. Dinner was TJs reduced guilt chicken salad (I think it has a couple naughty ingredients like shredded carrots but in tiny amounts) and 2 oz of sweet potato. I also put small chopped pickle in my tuna salad to make it interesting. Also naughty but works so far and tastes yummy. Double check it isn't included. UCLA's food schedule seems to be one of the most strict and like I said I can have chicken salad. Not chicken by itself but finely chopped soft chicken and plain Greek yogurt instead of mayo. Also allowed soft fish among other things. Soft fruits like banana and cantaloupe.

Hello i had my bypass surgery on 9/1 yesterday i started with more consistencial food like creams and yogurt and for the first time since my surgery i felt full so it takes me more time to drink my protein shakes but i know its important to have them so i take my time. And the pain is almost gone completely. Im really happy for the way things are going and i hope al my september buddies feel the same way too [emoji137][emoji137] Sent from my F3313 using BariatricPal mobile app

You might want to cut out the drinkable yogurt (high sugar count) make your own with fruit-Greek yogurt 0% and unsweetened almond milk and swap electrolyte water or protein water in place of Gatorade.... that will drop your calorie intake significantly

Personally, from this list, I would have consumed the greek yogurt (plain), and protein shakes (if I could have stood them). The rest is pretty much trash. BUT, as long as you KNOW it's trash, and it's only temporary to get through this phase, then that's all right. I don't care about calories during the first 8 weeks.. I care about meeting the protein goals, and trying to learn how to read labels to tell which foods have the right nutrient "profile", and which ones don't. For example, go to the yogurt section of your store. Some yogurts have, I don't know... 5g of protein and 40g carbohydrate. Totally unacceptable! Another yogurt has 13g protein and 10g carbs.. that one I'd put in my cart. It takes time and work. But, doesn't everything that's worth doing?

Creamy soups, drinkable yogurt, red Gatorade, Greek yogurt, baby food, protein shakes. Sent from my SM-G900V using BariatricPal mobile app

I use the Bariactive brand I had to stop the chewables because my palette wasn't having it ,so I switched to the ones you swallow .On the calcium I have to cut it and morter and pestle it up and put it in a yogurt just because they are to big for me to swallow right now, the multivitamin I also put in yougurt as well its in capsule for .As for my B12 it comes in a nasal spray and I do gummy biotin and b-complex.

Great post, @Monasmle! I really appreciate you sharing how you got through that struggle. I totally understand the feeling you were having during that 3-hour back and forth with yourself. Oftentimes I experience this around lunchtime b/c I used to eat fast food lunch every single day and of course I am pre-op so if I wanted to I definitely could eat it, no problem. I fight with myself and end up waiting hours to eat until I am finally hungry enough that nuts or cheese or yogurt sounds tasty lol. I think I'll try to incorporate your tactic next time.

Same here. I am 8 days out and on full liquids. I can eat Greek yogurt and baby food and pureed soups and I don't feel full ever. Has me scared my sleeve is too big. Sent from my SM-G900V using BariatricPal mobile app

Hello everybody! I was just wondering what your day looks like during te puréed stage. How much can you eat in a sitting; Ive been doing 2 tablespoons of protein (ie: tuna blended with Greek yogurt) and 2 tablespoons (or less) of mashed potato. I feel I could eat more. I don't want to overeat. I also don't know when I'm full. How do you know you are full? Thank you in advance!

I had mine on Wednesday morning, I would have gone to work today if I hadn't already turned in my time card. The only issue I have is when I sneeze, blow my nose or getting in and out of bed. My left side where they put the drain and the pump is very sore. I guess it is like having a hernia. They gave me some oxycodone and it knocks down the pain pretty well. I can't believe I am no longer hungry, Tomorrow, I get to add Greek Yogurt and cream soups and protein shakes back to my diet.