samantha209 19 Posted June 1, 2011 I am seven weeks post-surgery and am following my Nutritionist's instructions. A minimum of 70 grams of Protein per day, Protein first. Fruits and veggies if I can fit them in. I start each morning with a Protein Drink and usually end the day with a Protein Bar. In the afternoon I have a serving of soy crackers or "crisps." I find that between the crackers and the protein bar I satisfy my desire for both salty and sweet Snacks. Its only been a few weeks, but its working for me. My nutritionist doesn't want me counting calories or carbs until my 3 month appointment. She said to work on getting in the 70 grams of protein first and we will take it from there. Honestly, it's still a struggle to get the protein in. Hope this helps. We are at the same point...I made 7 wks on Monday....i didnt really get a numeric guideline...just eat high protein low fat foods... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tiffykins 673 Posted June 1, 2011 Followed it to a "T" during my entire losing stage 100%. For me, cheating, giving myself an excuse on a weekend was just that an excuse. You know the old saying, "masturbation and justification are the same; in the end, you're just screwing yourself." and I live by that thought process. I had a goal, and I wasn't going to even chance not getting there. I do believe that everyone has to choose how they want to lose weight, maintain, and be successful. I know my triggers, my habits, and my behaviors, if I allowed any "cheats" that would lead to more "cheats", and how had that worked out for me in the past? I don't halfass anything, and I sure as hell wasn't going to do with this life-changing surgery. As for maintenance, I live an extreme life of moderation. I drink soda, I eat white carbs, but moderation is the key to my success. I don't diet, but make the best choice 85-95% of the time. I still eat Protein first for most meals, but some days I just a slice of pizza with a side salad so that's what I eat. I really had to evaluate, and retrain my thought process on food. I had to fuel my body, and believe me, my body rewards me when I make the best choice. I feel amazing, and am ready to take on the world. I have found on those days when I really stray from healthy options, I feel like crap, listless, and blah. My body tells me exactly what I'm doing to it. I've learned to listen and be respectful. I abused, and beat my body up for years by shoveling food in, yo-yo dieting, and having cheat days. For me, surgery was a last resort situation, and I wasn't going to torture my body or mind anymore. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
samantha209 19 Posted June 1, 2011 Followed it to a "T" during my entire losing stage 100%. For me, cheating, giving myself an excuse on a weekend was just that an excuse. You know the old saying, "masturbation and justification are the same; in the end, you're just screwing yourself." and I live by that thought process. I had a goal, and I wasn't going to even chance not getting there. I do believe that everyone has to choose how they want to lose weight, maintain, and be successful. I know my triggers, my habits, and my behaviors, if I allowed any "cheats" that would lead to more "cheats", and how had that worked out for me in the past? I don't halfass anything, and I sure as hell wasn't going to do with this life-changing surgery. As for maintenance, I live an extreme life of moderation. I drink soda, I eat white carbs, but moderation is the key to my success. I don't diet, but make the best choice 85-95% of the time. I still eat Protein first for most meals, but some days I just a slice of pizza with a side salad so that's what I eat. I really had to evaluate, and retrain my thought process on food. I had to fuel my body, and believe me, my body rewards me when I make the best choice. I feel amazing, and am ready to take on the world. I have found on those days when I really stray from healthy options, I feel like crap, listless, and blah. My body tells me exactly what I'm doing to it. I've learned to listen and be respectful. I abused, and beat my body up for years by shoveling food in, yo-yo dieting, and having cheat days. For me, surgery was a last resort situation, and I wasn't going to torture my body or mind anymore. I love that! Thanks for your response... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
janinemaire 7 Posted June 1, 2011 I will be honest and say I follow my plan 90% of the time. I struggle to get in my Water and all my Protein and I stay around 60 good carbs a day. My meals are all healthy except for a 3/4 slice of pizza once in a while. My problem is sweets, I love them really love them. So I have a sweet every now and than. Also if I have a really bad day like before my period I usually spend the next three days very low in calories and carbs. I don't want to live my life on a diet anymore. Tiff- I never heard that saying, I was cracking up. Can't wait to use it, lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
