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Since surgery, I have been less and less interested in eating meat. I'd like to say that vegetarianism appeals to me because I'm some kind of humanitarian, but really I just feel increasingly disgusted with the thought of dead animal flesh even though I've always been a huge meat eater. I find that occasionally my body requires actual meet but most of the time, I'm OK without it. I get much of my Protein from cheese, a little from yogurt, and the occasional egg. All of the dishes I know how to prepare feature meet as the main attraction. That's not true: Pasta is the other main attraction. I'm getting quite bored with my staple foods, I need some super simple superfast super easy one dish recipes that are high-protein, low-carb, and vegetarian. Can any of you magnificent vegetarian veterans help me out?
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Long Term Sleeve and Bypass updates from the guys.
taramarie523 replied to SamBwaR3's topic in The Guys’ Room
I think either way it's a tool. This is a life changing experience in every sense of the way. We will need to change everything about our relationship with food from now until the rest of our lives. As far as health issues besides the weight loss I've heard nothing about the sleeve. (I too have searched and searched) for the bypass malnutrition. My aunt had the bypass and has to go for Iron infusions now. But I will say she does NOT take her Vitamins. After a certain point post op she stopped. Had she continued maybe it would be different. She also has an intolerance to meat in general so again back to lifestyle change, you have to have eat Protein first being vegetarian is going to make things difficult. She also just recently had a bout with kidney stones. Probably related to not drinking enough Water. Again we need to remember the good of the surgery should outweigh the bad. What are the long term risks of doing nothing at all. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Dang.....I had a whole list of things but they are not vegetarian! My favorite snack is something I really never cared much about before surgery. Bacon! I love bacon now. There is nothing better than a piece of baked crisp salty bacon. Mmmmmm......
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Meal/Snack Ideas
IncredibleShrinkingMan replied to Hannahb3997's topic in Vegetarian or Vegan Eating
Tuna salad (and tartare), pimento cheese, hummus (limited oil), chicken liver pate, egg salad. I fell in love with these during puree and soft food stage even though I am no vegetarian. -
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I have not yet had surgery, but I want to just get some good ideas for snacks and meals that have a lot of protein, and are vegetarian. What do you all eat for meals, and snacks?
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I'm a newbie....real excited but lots of questions
Seagull replied to hmbc's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My nutritionist tried to turn me into a vegetarian. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
I'm going to Tijuana the date is set! March 2016!
scaredandexcited replied to UtahChica's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I'm vegetarian and due for surgery may 2nd how are you getting on with the veggie side of it Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Protein supplements with dairy intolerance
Kittymappus posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm scheduled to be sleeved May 17 but am doing research now on different Protein supplements. I am dairy intolerant and have to follow a low FODMAP diet, meaning nothing with pea protein or xylitol sweetener or inulin (type of fiber). Of this whole procedure finding a good protein source is my biggest concern! Pretty much every protein supplement I've seen out there has some type of whey in it and the vegetarian ones have something else I can't have. At this point until I can eat meat again I may just have to put up with the side effects of they whey powder (severe constipation) because that would be better than the other ones! Does anyone have any advice on supplements that don't have whey? -
I'm buddhist. Maitraya Buddha (or Shakyamuni Buddha) is the Buddha image most of us associate with the round belly dude. I love this quote from Buddhist wisdom on all 'good' Buddhists being vegetarian (stemming from one of the precepts of not killing and another about having respect for all sentient beings: Buddha cares more about what is in your heart than what is in your stomach. That's pretty to hear considering that I have a BBQ chicken leg digesting quietly away in my gullet. I still have my Buddha belly (harrumph!) and I'm desperate to get rid of it!
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Disgusted by meat?
JenniferP1 replied to Thucydides's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Feel free to search for and join WLS Vegetarians on Facebook -- there are lots of great plant-based proteins! -
Protein and calorie deficits after surgery
VSGAnn2014 replied to yarnismyantidrug's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm with the others. My surgeon is the leader of a practice that's a Centre of Excellence certified by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). And Protein shakes and protein powders (especially in the early months post-op) are recommended for all WLS patients as supplements to protein-rich food. Below is an excerpt from the ASMBS Web site describing acceptable sources of protein for patients post-op (including shakes and even bars). Based on this, I think your doctor is really uneducated about what's necessary. I would recommend you ignore his ill-considered advice and eat a helluva lot more protein than you're getting now. Nutrition (food and supplements) and Fluids Healthy lifestyle choices give the best results for health and Quality of Life after surgery. Protein-rich foods are important, with patients advised to take in 60-100g of protein daily, depending on their medical conditions, type of operation and activity level. The ASMBS warns patients to avoid excessive carbohydrate intake, such as starchy foods (breads, pastas, crackers, refined cereals) and sweetened foods (Cookies, cakes, candy, or other sweets). Limiting carbohydrates to 50 grams per day or less helps avoid rebound hunger problems which can lead to weight regain. Q: How should I get my protein? With shakes? Bars? What if I’m a vegetarian? A: There are many options even for those with special dietary needs or preferences. Your dietitian can provide additional information on protein sources. meats, eggs, dairy products, and Beans are common protein sources in everyday foods. Protein extracts made from soy, brown rice and whey are commonly sold in stores. Protein Shakes or bars may offer additional ways to meet your protein needs. You may find it helpful to calculate your daily protein intake to be sure you’re not falling short. As you are able to tolerate more regular foods, you get a higher portion of the requirement during regular meals and supplements become less necessary. Q: What happens if I don’t take in enough protein? A: The body needs additional protein during the period of rapid weight loss to maintain your muscle mass. Protein is also required for your metabolism to occur. If you don’t provide enough protein in your diet, the body will take its protein from your muscles and you can become frail. http://asmbs.org/patients/life-after-bariatric-surgery -
Haven't been here in a loooong time! But I'm a year out and I'm having problems losing :(
Melissayw816 replied to laurenella82's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm too a year out I'm approx 17 months out, I was at a stall for 6 months at 185.4 until I gotten a second desk job, the first week was a breeze as I was meal prepping my lunches but as soon as the reality of working two jobs that quickly faded, I was grazing all day on vending machine foods chocolate, chips, candy, and high calorie coffees just to stay awake, until one day, I stepped on the scale and realized in 3 months I've gainined 5.3 pounds i was livid seeing that scale go from 185 to 190.8 I thought well its not that bad so I continued, now I'm 193.4 and started going vegetarian Jan 1st as of march 1 I stop eating junk food and soon will turn vegan for I graze on cheese. This has not been an easy journey I need to lose 20-30 pounds to feel comfortable with myself so I totally understand your struggles, so its back to the basis for me! Sent from my SM-G360T1 using the BariatricPal App -
I got my gastric bypass surgery on February 16, 2016. I had been preparing seriously for this surgery for about a year, researching, documenting, and questioning everything from the good, the bad to the ugly, the physical, the emotional and the psychological. As ready as I was, I was not ready for this. I understood intellectually about the lack of appetite, but I had no idea what it meant in real life. I had never not been hungry. I was not ready for the lack of energy. I was not ready for the distaste of some foods that I truly like (the first two weeks pretty much everything – and I loved Protein shakes/smoothies before). Most of all, I was not ready to give up my vegan lifestyle, stepping on my beliefs and go vegetarian for my health for now (proteins), I was sure I could get through this as a vegan. I knew it was going to hard, maddening at times and a struggle. But it’s nothing like I imagine, I’m not struggling where I thought I would. Even though I feel defeated at times, my weight loss is not what I was expecting (yes the week 3 stall), I keep a positive outlook on things. The little things what were horrifying at first are getting better or are gone, so I know things will get better, but I do have to work at it and push myself. But I’m only 3 weeks post-op J
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Actually, that is almost EXACTLY the prep that I will be doing. I only have to take 2 dulcolax and I mix the miralax with 64 ounces of gatorade. I know that it will not be pleasant, but I was wondering if it was different for us WLS patients. The low fiber diet is IN ADDITION to the day before prep. Apparently it 'bulks things up' so it moves through quicker. Four hours before the test I need to drink 10 oz. of Magnesium Citrate. The low fiber diet really through me! I am being ordered to eat everything I used to eat, but haven't in nearly 3 years! Carol No, I eat meat nearly every day - I am definitely NOT a vegetarian. But I also eat fresh fruit and vegetables every day - especially fresh veggies. I sometimes have a salad twice a day. No fresh veggies is going to be hard - even for just three days.
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First Colonoscopy next week - tips?
Threetimesacharm replied to Baconville's topic in WLS Veteran's Forum
So you haven't eaten meat in three years? Are you a vegetarian? If so maybe you should advise them of this. -
The High Protein Vegetarian Cookbook Hey that's interesting, hadn't thought of veg really as a source of enough protien, save Beans ans legumes. We like edamame and I was thinking of making an edamame hummus for Fiance's puree stage. What's the name of the cookbook you mentioned? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App
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I am a vegetarian. Therefore I get the most of my Protein from plant sources. So the idea that one has to eat the protein first and then the vegetables is not true. If you make a dish with high protein grains and vegetables and add a meat to it that seems to me to be a protein powerhouse meal. I mean a 1/4 cup of roasted edamame has 12 grams of protein. Think about it. I am not trying to convince you to for go all meat, but if you were to pair a meat with a high protein you should be okay. I mean if I were to eat my protein first and then my vegetables I would have a problem. I purchased a high protein cookbook so that after surgery every meal would be plant based in high in protein.
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Hi Adrianna -- I think that working from home made it easier for me to stick to the plan better than if I was working at an office - no temptations, nobody questioning my eating habits, etc. I was sleeved 11/5/2015 and was pretty much a hermit this winter. That being said I am down 68 lbs, so am thrilled with my progress so far! I only bring foods into the house that are approved on my plan - so no slider foods, no processed foods, etc. I focus on high-protein. low (simple) carb, organic, GMO-free, vegetarian foods. My plan calls for 5 small high-protein meals per day, and I think it would be trickier for me to successfully accomplish this if working in an office. We also have almost no alcohol in the house any more -- I used to drink more than I should (was drinking way too many calories), and since surgery I've only sipped on a couple of random drinks when dining out socially. We go out for dinner occasionally but almost always for sushi, where I get sashimi (I will eat pescatarian when dining out). When I travel to my company's HQ, I bring protein bars and vitamins (was bringing protein powder but never used it). Hotel offers eggs for breakfast and I'm able to get some beans and cheese at the cafe' for lunch. Dinners are a little trickier, but I typically order an app and find that most people don't really pay attention to what others are eating -- and if they do I just say "I had a big lunch." I know I'll be socializing and going out a lot more when summer comes, but I feel that following a strict plan at home for about 6-7 months prior to that will help me stay focused and on track. Glad to "meet" another remote professional! Hey Jennifer... I work from home but occasionally have to spend a week in the office like twice a year. I only need a few professional outfits. I am at the preliminary part of this process but I was wondering if you thought the process was easier working from home. What challenges did you face. I think my biggest fear is I plan dinners with friends to get out of the house... Going out to eat will be a social struggle so I am concerned of how to keep my sanity.
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Nuts can have their place. I think a huge fallacy that places do is to place more emphasis on calories vs. types of food. A McChemicals (sorry McDonalds) hamburger would help you less than some nuts. I see more people worried over getting in their Protein when in America, that is never the problem. The reason people regain at 3-5 years is going back to old habits (in many cases) vs. learning to eat healthy foods. Look at vegans and vegetarians and you see fewer people overweight. Btw, you can always get unsalted, plain nuts. You can roast them in spices, you can get something from that.
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How to avoid awkwardness during group meals?
jhclikesshopping@gmail.com replied to Sleevedham's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
So here is what I do... I lie..... Flat out lie. I say I have a special diet due to food allergies. Everyone seems to be more accepting of food allergies than " I am watching what I eat." Since many of my co-workers are vegan, or vegetarians, it's not a problem when I say food allergies. So I thank them for the food and just pick what works best for me. Really - after the first time, no one even questions anymore. I know its really hard.. be strong. -
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How to avoid awkwardness during group meals?
Inner Surfer Girl replied to Sleevedham's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
It's perfectly acceptable to make a specific request. Talk to the person making the meal or catering it and explain what you need. You can always blame it on your doctor without being specific. If you were vegetarian, or lactose intolerant, or allergic to peanuts, or something similar it would be expected to let the person preparing and/or providing the meal know about any dietary restrictions. Just politely let them know what you need. If they can't accommodate your request then you have the option to bring something you can eat. -
If you are not going vegan, here are some vegetarian Protein sources: Protein drinks/powders Soy Products Vegetarian Frozen Products (I really like Bocca and Amy's) Mozzerella cheese Cottage cheese eggs Yogurt (Greek yogurt is especially good) Milk, soy milk, almond milk Nuts Beans Lentils Barley Oats Artichokes Asparagus Broccoli Peas Brussel Sprouts Kale Corn Smaller amounts in bell peppers, carrots, green beans, cauliflower, mushrooms, and sweet potatoes. Most fruits have 1g per cup which isn't really anything but can help if you throw a couple in a smoothie. Raisens have 5g per cup. Best of luck to you!!
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I've seen vegetarians succeed. However, I do know of a vegan who failed miserably because he refused to eat dairy or eggs. Of course he made excuses and blamed it on other things but in reality it was because he couldn't get enough Protein in and was eating too many carbs. As long as you can drink 2 whey Protein shakes a day that will give you almost all or all of your protein requirements for the day. Then you can just eat veggies the rest of the day.
