Is A Cup Too Much?

[chris twnsnd 1]

Hi I'm new to this site. I was sleeved in Dec of 2011. So far I have lost 65lbs.Still have 25 to lose to get to my goal weight, although I wouldn't mind doing more once I hit my goal. I was wondering if anyone could tell me how much food that you are consuming at this stage? I can eat about 4-8oz of food---depends on the food. I am so scared to gain weight back...I know its all up to me, but that fear is still there. Thnks for the comments!!

[MeMeMEEE 206]

What sorts of food can you eat 4-8 oz of? At 8/5 months out I would say for me I can eat pretty close 4 oz at a time, 3 oz of meat and then some cheese, salsa and sour cream on top. Lettuce doesn't fill me up so I can probably eat a 1/2 cup of that with the 3 oz of meat.

[chris twnsnd 1]

Tonight I had turkey spaghetti...4oz meat and 4oz noodles. It took about 40min to eat. I can eat 6oz of greek yogurt at one time also. My usual Breakfast is 3/4c of Cereal with 1/2c milk. I usually never feel full or hungry...so I'm just kind of winging it. The dietitian has not been any help. I consume 1000cals or less each day and am eating about 70-90 protien.

[Ms skinniness 3,003]

Do You track your food on something like myfitnesspal.com? You have done really great losing weight so it might not be a problem for you. And the calories you consume are good. I wouldn't worry about it unless you've started to gain weight. Just relax and enjoy the ride.

[chris twnsnd 1]

Haven't started gaining any weight...just want to make sure that I don't. I do track my food faithfully on a program I have on my computer in Microsoft Works. I love it and it helps keep me on track. I also exercise 4-5 days a wk too. Thnks for the encouragment!!!

[lsereno 2,525]

Hi Chris,

I think you will do great. I was sleeved a few months before you (May 2011) and I just got to goal weight in March. For me, exercise is key to staying at my goal and looking fit. I'm 55 so muscle is something I have to work at to maintain.

I usually top out at 3 oz. of firm Protein, but I eat fast and I don't chew as much as is recommended.

I'm maintaining at a little less than 22BMI and I eat three meals per day with two little Snacks. I also exercise 5 days per week.

When I get up I have a soy latte. Today I had 1 cup of greek yogurt, 1/2 cup cooked oatmeal, and about 1/2 cup of berries and banannas for breakfast. For lunch I had 3 oz. chicken breast chopped with 1/4 of an apple and mixed with 2 tablespoons of light mayo and a slice of whole wheat toast. For dinner I had about 3 oz. of meatball, 2 small slices of french bread, about 1/2 cup spaghetti with sauce, and a glass of wine. I also had a cookie for a snack mid-afternoon and will probably have a small snack before bed.

Lynda

[chris twnsnd 1]

Thnks Lynda:) its always nice to hear what others are eating. Somedays trying to get enough food in is hard, and somedays im hungry all day. I know it's all a learning process. Keep up the good work:)