Jinjin 21 Posted July 11, 2011 Just curios im 2 Weeks post-op And would like to know what is the best butter to use after WLS? Smart balance, yogurt butter( forgot the name) What does anyone else use? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SleeveGirl-TX 183 Posted July 11, 2011 I don't use it unless we HAVE to. We use Water to saute in. I use Pam on the griddle. If veggies need a little, we use I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. I know, chemicals, but... well... it works for us. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
janinemaire 7 Posted July 11, 2011 I use real butter, but I also seldom need butter on anything. I usually use pam or a little olive oil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rootman 1,101 Posted July 11, 2011 Yeah, same for us. We use so little - even my wife since I've been eating healthier she has too. With the small amount we eat I don't expect it matters what you use. I had a toasted cheese sandwich the other night, first amount of butter i've used in weeks. Just pick something you like the taste of and watch the portions like a hawk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tiffykins 673 Posted July 11, 2011 I have used Brummel and Brown yogurt butter for years, and have continued to use post-WLS. It tastes the best, melts evenly, and has a good fat content. I've always loved B&B. We use it in everything, and anything. When I was trying to get into maintenance, I switched to regular fat-laden butter for the extra fat grams, and calories. Fat isn't the enemy especially when we low carb it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShellBear 26 Posted July 11, 2011 When I have to, I use Smart Balance but I have learned that chicken, beef, or vegitable stocks work great when I saute veggies. I use olive oil cooking spray as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heatherr 149 Posted July 11, 2011 Now that I don't do carbs, I use so much less butter. I actually can't remember the last time I used butter. I am a fan of the I can't believe it's not butter spray for veggies as needed. Clams are on sale this week, so when we have clams, I'll likely use some real butter for dipping. I use olive oil spray for when I saute or make omelets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jinjin 21 Posted July 11, 2011 Thank you all! Im a mother of 3 And in process of trasitioning the whole family to a healthier lifestyle. There are so many diff. Butters that say their the healthiest, so I needed some other opinions TY : ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amanda131 214 Posted July 11, 2011 I have used Brummel and Brown yogurt butter for years, and have continued to use post-WLS. It tastes the best, melts evenly, and has a good fat content. I've always loved B&B. We use it in everything, and anything. When I was trying to get into maintenance, I switched to regular fat-laden butter for the extra fat grams, and calories. Fat isn't the enemy especially when we low carb it. I second the love for Brummell & Brown! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LilMissDiva Irene 3,282 Posted July 11, 2011 I don't use a whole lot of oils when cooking but I do use butter when scrambling my eggs. I use Land O Lakes Butter Spread w/ Olive Oil. I love it and its a lot lighter and fluffier than normal butter. Since I don't use this stuff a lot I just use the real deal. It tastes better and I've never once found a knock off that really tastes like real butter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyw74 258 Posted July 11, 2011 I use Pam when cooking eggs, but I do have I Can't Believe It's Not Butter spray and the Lite butter in the tub for cooking when it is called for. Kelly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
former_vbg 198 Posted July 11, 2011 I don't really pay attention to the brand I use. I also pay more attention to the carb content than the calories. I also use so little of it, I don't think it really matters. I have used Brummel and Brown yogurt butter for years, and have continued to use post-WLS. It tastes the best, melts evenly, and has a good fat content. I've always loved B&B. We use it in everything, and anything. When I was trying to get into maintenance, I switched to regular fat-laden butter for the extra fat grams, and calories. Fat isn't the enemy especially when we low carb it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rev Me Up! 75 Posted July 11, 2011 Regular, full fat butter. Although I only use it when I scramble an egg or when I make crunchy wheat toast. Otherwise, I really don't have much use for butter. I, personally, don't want to use anything but real cream butter. I try to eat minimally processed foods. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tiffykins 673 Posted July 11, 2011 I don't really pay attention to the brand I use. I also pay more attention to the carb content than the calories. I also use so little of it, I don't think it really matters. Yeah, I love that it's no carbs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites