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I have only told my sister (who will hopefully be accompanying me to Mexico) and my boyfriend. I'm a full time student, and my surgery is scheduled during our winter break, as that is really the only break we have to give me recovery time. I haven't told my roommate, but there's no way the Protein shakes and bars have escaped her attention. She probably thinks I'm on a high protein diet. I don't usually eat at school, but I have been drinking Protein Shakes for Breakfast in class, so when I come back no one should notice a difference. I'm also giving Greek yogurt another try, since it's a good source of protein. I'm hoping that I can fly under the radar as long as possible, as my college is just like a high school, and secrets don't stay that way for long. But I'm sure people will start to notice and get curious.
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How much are you able to eat 1 month out?
Kindle replied to samskiles's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was barely on puréed at one month out and I was still getting most of my nutrition from Protein smoothies (64oz fluid+60g protein/day). The most I could "eat" was maybe 2 tablespoons of refried Beans or scrambled eggs or pureed Soup or Greek yogurt once or twice/day. It was at least 4-6 months before I could eat 4 oz in one sitting. I'm not saying you are eating too much, just that I couldn't consume that much so soon. i actually increased my calories as quickly as possible as I progressed. I didn't want my metabolism to get used to the low calories for very long. I say stick with your plan, don't worry about calories at this point, (you DEFINITELY aren't eating too much) and if you are worried about not losing fast enough, then STAY OFF THE scale. Seriously, I weighed at 11 days and again at 6 weeks. Healing and getting enough protein and Water should be your only priorities right now. -
The Pitfalls of Snacking
BLERDgirl replied to Bariatricbro's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Cute blog. However I think when we change our way of eating we also need to change our way of thinking of food as well. I don't view Snacks as junk food. I also plan my snacks. When I was newly sleeved and could eat much, I need and afternoon snack. I was hungry. Even now when I plan my eating for the day I always plan for an afternoon snack. If I'm not hungry, I don't eat it, but I plan for it every day. The difference is, it's not junk food. My snacks are an ounce of nuts, 4 ounces of yogurt, ½ and orange, some string cheese , etc... It's no longer mindless crap that I shove in my mouth without thinking. If I am craving chocolate I will even get a mini Peanut Butter cup, or one square of Lindtz chocolate. The different is I plan for it, and it doesn't derail healthy eating habits. -
Sept date I am all set
ExcitedNana replied to chas4022's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@saraburnett I'm on clear liquids still. Well, I do eat Jell-O and pudding occasionally. This morning I ate a little bit of yogurt but it was too think and hurt after swallowing a few bites. Cream of anything sounds very good! I have made myself egg drop soup many times in the evening. Seems to stay with you a little longer but you really have to chew the egg well. I was surprised at how easy and how good it tasted. I just boiled some water, added chicken bouillon. I beat the egg in a cup then added it to boiling water. Cooks in a couple of minutes. Very good. I know what you mean about being weak. I don't know if it's from not eating or from surgery. Probably a little of both. -
Haven't had a felling of fullness
Whitney1968 replied to Always smiling's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I sure hope everyone is right on here about feeling full once you start on more dense (solid) foods. I am always hungry. I am almost one month post-op. Can't wait to eat normal foods again. This liquid diet is terrible and finally feel a tiny bit of satisfaction with yogurt. Ready for the real stuff. -
I cannot believe it has been a month !
shellyd67 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Time sure does fly !! I had my sleeve 4 weeks ago today. I was lucky that my recovery was quick and painless. The hardest part so far, is getting all my fluids & protein in. I am getting there though. I just don't feel like eating so I do two protein shakes per day and a few small 3oz drinkable yogurts. I manage a few bites at lunch anda few bites at dinner (all protein, of course) I have a food and fluid journal. I also track my BP daily since mam on meds for High BP. I am happy with the amount of weight I have lost and so happy I made this life changing decision. Wishing everyone well !! -
Non-perishable protein foods are ideal to stock up at work, home, in your purse or backpack or in your car. Keep a clean shaker cup and single serve size of protein powder handy. All you need is water to mix. Keeping a ready to drink protein shake handy can be an easier alternative. All you need is to open and sip or find a cup of ice to pour the drink into. Small cans of tuna or chicken can be open and eaten right out of the can. There are also tuna and chicken salad kits that you can keep stocked at home or work. Softer meat sticks or meat jerky can be stashed in a desk drawer or locker at work. Brands include Ostrim (available at Owasso Nutrition Plus by Fit for her in Owasso or online) and Kratos High Protein Beef Bars (currently at Reasors). For meat sticks, find ones that have four grams of fat or less and at least seven grams of protein per ounce. High protein Quest chips make for a crunchy snack that can be stashed. These are currently available at GNC stores. Nuts deliver protein and healthy fat. Make sure you measure out the nuts, because that healthy fat leads to higher calories. One ounce of nuts is about ¼ cup. Measure this into snack size baggies or find the 100-calorie packs of nuts. Eating out of the container can lead to overeating. Protein bars are also great ways to get in some protein. Look for protein bars with more protein than carbohydrate like Pure Protein or Premier Protein. If you are driving about town, you can get protein bars and protein drinks at convenience stores like Quik Trip and Kum & Go. You can also stop at a grocery store and buy string cheese, light yogurt or an Oscar Meyer P3 snack pack. Keep a stash of plastic spoons in your car for eating yogurt. Time to stock up on emergency proteins!
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Planning your eating is an essential skill to have foods you need to be healthy after surgery. But let’s face, some days will fall apart. Unexpected situations come up and you will need an emergency stash of protein foods. Non-perishable protein foods are ideal to stock up at work, home, in your purse or backpack or in your car. Keep a clean shaker cup and single serve size of protein powder handy. All you need is water to mix. Keeping a ready to drink protein shake handy can be an easier alternative. All you need is to open and sip or find a cup of ice to pour the drink into. Small cans of tuna or chicken can be open and eaten right out of the can. There are also tuna and chicken salad kits that you can keep stocked at home or work. Softer meat sticks or meat jerky can be stashed in a desk drawer or locker at work. Brands include Ostrim (available at Owasso Nutrition Plus by Fit for her in Owasso or online) and Kratos High Protein Beef Bars (currently at Reasors). For meat sticks, find ones that have four grams of fat or less and at least seven grams of protein per ounce. High protein Quest chips make for a crunchy snack that can be stashed. These are currently available at GNC stores. Nuts deliver protein and healthy fat. Make sure you measure out the nuts, because that healthy fat leads to higher calories. One ounce of nuts is about ¼ cup. Measure this into snack size baggies or find the 100-calorie packs of nuts. Eating out of the container can lead to overeating. Protein bars are also great ways to get in some protein. Look for protein bars with more protein than carbohydrate like Pure Protein or Premier Protein. If you are driving about town, you can get protein bars and protein drinks at convenience stores like Quik Trip and Kum & Go. You can also stop at a grocery store and buy string cheese, light yogurt or an Oscar Meyer P3 snack pack. Keep a stash of plastic spoons in your car for eating yogurt. Time to stock up on emergency proteins!
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Stubborn Sleeve...
twittymilk replied to KristenLee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That were my instructions as well but I was vomiting, even yogurt!! The only way I could keep food down was to wait that long. Even now 4 months out depending on how my sleeve is feeling I wait at least 5 mins. I measure everything so I don't overeat. -
How much are you able to eat 1 month out?
samskiles posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Tomorrow will be 1 month out for me and I feel like I'm always starving! I am eating every 3 hours and only eating about 4 oz but I know I could eat more. Here is what a typical day looks like: B: Premier Protein shake or Turkey Sausage (3 links) S: String cheese or Babybel Cheese L: 4 oz of protein and veggies S: Greek yogurt or cottage cheese D: 4 oz of protein and veggie I feel like I'm eating too much and the scale hasn't moved in over a week!! Suggestions please! I am getting so discouraged! -
Things I didn't expect my first month post-op
desireat replied to SleeveMe247's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Never get my thirst under control . If I don't have Water I feel like I might die Dry mouth happens a lot I will eat food cold and don't even care (before that would have never happened) BM are very hard for me unless I'm having dumping syndrome I can only eat raspberries and watermelon no other fruit it makes me dump Pounds come off really easy the first month There is nothing you can eat at fast food My first 2 weeks post op I had chest pain after eating any broth (no one warned me about that ..) I am obsessed with my scale and am caught constantly by my mother and daughter checking my weight lol Yogurt is my favorite and the chobani flips are amazing . It's turned into my indulgence before it was kit Kats now it's yogurt lol People do think it's the easy way out to lose weight but people don't understand what strength it takes not to order a coke and a cheeseburger . Shopping has became an issue , always buying clothes cause now I can wear Victoria secret clothes ???? Don't enjoy going out to eat anymore two bites and I'm done and everyone else is just getting started -
Haven't had a felling of fullness
Always smiling posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm 11 days post op and still currently on full liquids. I haven't had a feeling of being full. Is this normal? I eat about 1/4-1/2 cup of soup, or pudding or yogurts and don't feel fullness. Really wondering why and how this is. -
Staying steadfast thru struggle
BLERDgirl replied to dhrguru's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I was thinking a tablespoon of pumpkin puree (no sugar added), vanilla protein powder plus pumpkin spices (nutmeg, cinnamon, etc... I make my own), with a bit of greek yogurt and enough water to blend might make a pretty clean, high protein pumpkin spice shake. -
Pre-Op Diet Experiences
samuelsmom replied to Radar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@Radar If you are down 13 pounds, then you are obviously sticking to something! I would suggest adding greek yogurt- that is a great snack and quite filling. Also, a hard boiled egg has saved me on more than one occasion. So that was actually a good choice in a bad situation. Maybe you should bring some extra and store them at work. I would also suggest you try and stay away from restaurants now that your surgery is close. Concentrate on eating well. Good Luck to you! -
How do you bounce back after having a bad day?
Miss Mac replied to Sajijoma's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
My BF was in Fort Worth last week on an annual business conference for work. In five days, he gained two pounds. During those same five days, I gained six! WTF! I have my ever three month appt. with my primary on the 21st, and need to lose those six before then. Geeze. So, today I have stayed on my Protein regimen and tried to take it up some. My biggest trip-up is to fail to plan. When I plan and have the right stuff available, I do very well. When I try to wing it and go an extra day or two with out restocking the fridge, that is when I have trouble. It looks like you packed everything the kids needed and nothing that you needed. It is ok to be a little selfish now. I guarantee you that if you pack cubes of turkey meat, string cheese, cherry tomatoes, unsalted nuts, maybe even some yogurt cups in a cooler, your kids will eat that with you. They won't starve and you will have useful stuff on hand. One of the hardest things for me to learn was how to throw away leftovers and bits on the plate. At this point I mat as well just tape it to my hips if I don't throw it out. Don't beat yourself up. This is hard....very hard. That is why we come here for support. -
How do you bounce back after having a bad day?
samuelsmom replied to Sajijoma's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
First off, take a deep breath. You can do this! I agree that there is a Water issue also. So, unless you have some type of medical condition where drinking a ton of fluids would be bad for you, I would suggest the following: 1) You can't change yesterday. Be glad you had a good time and move on. Recriminations will only set you back. 2) Drink a lot of water. Water is a natural diuretic. If you drink a lot it will help with the water retention. 3) I find that 24 hours of liquids beneficial- for example- nothing but Protein shakes and greek yogurt and water is great for a "reset" physically and mentally 4) Write down everything you eat to stay accountable. 5) If you went through childbirth and have to care for a toddler, you can definitely do this! -
I would definitely say no, not at this point however I want to point out that week 3 is not always pureed foods. Every surgeon is different. I started soft foods on day 3-14 which includes things like yogurt, cottage cheese, tuna, eggs and even ground turkey as long as it's chewed very well. I am on day 10 post op and doing very well with all of these items. Day 14 I get to move into regular textured foods in 2-3 ounce portions and I'm so happy to have more options. Again, everyone is on a different plan, but I think the biggest thing is don't push yourself into anything that could cause you harm or discomfort. It's not worth it. Patience will pay off in the end.
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They actually gave me a list that included yogurt, tuna fish, cottage cheese. I'm on day 9 now and tolerating slightly more. But mostly soups and yogurt.
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chicken salad was my saving grace during purees. Canned chicken breast makes it very moist and easy to make. I still eat it often for lunch. Other favorites I recall enjoying: cottage cheese, Refried Beans with salsa and a little grated sharp cheddar cheese. Soft scrambled egg, even better with some salsa and cheese. Ricotta cheese with marinara or spaghetti sauce. Light n Fit Greek yogurt packs a lot of Protein for the calories. Tuna salad w just tuna, mayo, relish, boiled egg and fork mashed to puree. I was allowed Tilapia during pureed stage. Soft cooked cauliflower mashed with some fat-free cream cheese and bacon bits (mock stuffed potato), Turkey chili pureed is very good, .
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Yesterday was not so good lol. I had a Protein shake then some yogurt then my husband HAD to have gold star so I got 2 coneys without the bun. Then we went to the family reunion and I ate pepperoni then I had chicken Soup, then I had a deviled egg, then I came home and had Greek yogurt. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Friday I did a Protein shake, then a stick of string cheese, then another Protein Shake, then mandarin oranges, then I made bolognese sauce with ground turkey and made my husband some Pasta to eat with it. I just ate the sauce. Then I had Greek yogurt before bed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Pre op diet HUNGRY
wildcat74 replied to Shainadelphia's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My pre-op diet seems a bit different. Makes me wonder if I'm doing it right, but it's the one I got from my doctor. I thought I was going to be on clear liquid for two weeks as well. Instead, its low-carb/high protein, then the day before surgery is clear liquids only. The week before I went on it, I ate whatever I wanted. Figured that would be the last time to do that. I didn't go all-out nuts, but did have chocolate malt custard. It was awesome(I'm an ice cream fan). I've been on pre-op for a week now, and it isn't so bad because I was on Atkins for awhile a few years ago. Plus, I'm a carnivore, and I sure hope that doesn't change after the surgery! The thing that keeps me on track is that the diet is supposed to help shrink my liver so the operation will be easier, and if the liver is inflamed, the surgeon will cancel the operation. I do not want that to happen! So I stay on track. You get creative tho. I wanted pizza. Soooo wanted pizza. Can't have that. But! I took hamburger and added tomato sauce(low carb) Italian seasoning, minced garlic, grilling spice and mozzarella cheese and made meatballs. It sufficed! If there's a work-around, where I can have what I want(almost) and still be on plan, I will find it! lol I try to remember that I can have 'real food' again in 3 months or so, this part is only temporary. That helps sometimes. I really wish I could have coffee, I'm a pot and a half a day gal. Was, anyway. Can't have caffeine. Or cream soups. Also, I hate greek yogurt as well. Fage has a low carb option, plain of course. It's awful by itself, but I have the Walden Farm products, found them when I was on low carb before. They make all sorts of stuff, salad dressings, syrups, peanut butter, apple butter, and ALL of it is zero carbs, zero calories, zero sugar, zero fat. I just mix the yogurt with some strawberry syrup and it's quite doable. Hang in there, this is going to be awesome for all of us! -
Worried about post-op depression
Madeleine Renee replied to purz59's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I have had major depression and have been on Effexor and Valproic acid for the last 14 years. I had gastric bypass 3.5 weeks ago and I am doing fine. I just continued with my meds, Effexor is a capsule so I open it and put it in a spoonful of yogurt or apple sauce. The Valproic acid comes in a liquid form. I discussed the surgery with my psy and she did not see any problem, on the contrary, looking after my health is very positive. Good luck on your surgery, you will be fine and happy when you start loosing. -
The real food will definitely help! Have you heard of the Ricotta Bake from The World According to Eggface website? It is wonderful and was my first food! I ate (still do) a lot of fat free refried Beans with some onion powder, garlic salt, cumin and then shredded cheese on top. I also mix in vanilla Protein powder into my greek yogurt (generally using only half the container). I also ate a lot of hummus (not too high in protein really but was a nice change of pace). And I ate pimento cheese mixed with unflavored Protein Powder. Just some ideas. Good luck! Keep up the great work! http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/08/pureed-foods.html
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Things I didn't expect my first month post-op
Alex Brecher replied to SleeveMe247's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
These are some good ones! LOL to the delight over getting back to pureed foods after nothing but liquids! I remember how exciting it was to eat yogurt again. My surprise was how little I looked back. Once it was done, it was done. I didn’t end up wondering if my WLS was a good choice. All I thought about was about now and the future: what to eat, how can I make sure this works long-term, how will I change my habits? I was also surprised by how easy it was, while it was hard at the same time! I mean, I had to work at eating right, but everything went as well as possible – no complications, the weight came off like it should have.- 211 replies
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