a few questions

Francesca · May 21, 2004

good morning !

I am happy to say that I have lost 28lb and I am 2 weeks post op.. started on thick liquids today,

does anyone have any advice on what to eat during this time?

:banana :ermm :ermm

also how long before I am get all of my energy back?:

donali · May 21, 2004

Hi Francesca -

Anything you can suck through a straw is fair game. I practically lived on blended chili thinned with a little Tomato juice. You should also be able to have yoghurt, I believe.

Nothing chunky, just smooth stuff. Also refried Beans thinned with a little tomato juice and taco sauce is fabulous.

You can blend up just about anything and thin it down with tomato juice, milk, or Water (whatever goes best with what you're blending).

Francesca · May 21, 2004

Donali,

thank you for the advice! you sound like a old pro....lol

I feel nervous about eating. I hope that will pass.

I noticed that you are from San Diego, so am I . I am in Spring Valley.

Dr. Ariel Ortiz was my band Dr.

when whas your surgery and how much weigh have you lost? will all of my ackes and pains leave soon? My back,shoulders and left side are killing me still....

well talk to you soon,

Francesca

Alexandra · May 21, 2004

Wow, Francesca, 28 lbs in two weeks! That's amazing, and I hope you realize now that it will not continue at that pace.

Now that you're on to thicker foods be creative...look in the specialty sections of the store for cool spreads and dips. I love tzatziki, babaghanoush, hummus, and refried Beans. Your energy will return as you increase the amount of Protein you're taking in. Not to worry!

Take it slow and listen to your body. You'll be fine!!