Mac N Cheese

[O.T.R. sleever 3,386]

Ow long did anyone wait for this?

It would be safe to try in the "mushy"" phase. Usually about 2-4 weeks after surgery depending on your doctor/NUT's schedule.

But you will likely find that by the time it's safe, you probably won't want it.

[7carol3 212]

[Chelle68 27]

I wonder if you could do something like cauliflower with plain greek yogurt ( for protein) and a good low fat cheese that may taste similar. It will taste more like mashed potatoes with cheese but better for you. Just a thought.

[O.T.R. sleever 3,386]

I'm starting to like the way this thread is going. Alternatives, the it looks like the 2 posts above this one have good ideas for the Pasta portion. As far as the cheese part, Unjury has a proteined cheese sauce. Hmmmm this might actually be worth trying.

[Ijam75 102]

I wonder if you could do something like cauliflower with plain greek yogurt ( for protein) and a good low fat cheese that may taste similar. It will taste more like mashed potatoes with cheese but better for you. Just a thought.

Blenderized cauliflower with a wedge of laughing cow was a staple in my puree stage. Was yummy.

OP- I got my taste buds and hunger back around the same time that you seem to be. I found that increasing Water, scheduled eating and variety really helped me from going full bore on an unhealthy meal. When I just couldn't get something out if my head, I got creative. Good luck on ur journey.

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[LeaveItToSleever 80]

_{I had a couple of forkfulls in week 3. The sky didn't fall.}

_{It still tasted just as good, but it definitely doesn't digest well.}

_{I have found that fatty foods (this was from the hot foods bar in the deli, so I know it was loaded with fat) cause major indigestion. Of course, it's a poor nutritional choice, as has been pointed out; but the heartburn is an even bigger deterrent.}

_{My shrink and my surgeon both emphasized that after surgery, I would be able to eat ANYTHING, it is not a "diet". Junk foods will be nibbled occasionally, the challenge is to plan meals so we meet our Protein / Water goals FIRST, and make healthier choices about diet and exercise for the rest of our lives, not to feel deprived. So just be sensible.}

_{In my experience, junk food makes you feel lousy for hours.}

[change4life2012 50]

hm734

i know exactly what you mean about trusting yourself with certain foods

in the past 8 months i have not had one sweet' date=' sugar, candy etc. not even a bite.

unfortuanately many candy stores have now had to lay off people or have totally gone out of business[/quote']

That is amazing no sugar or sweets in 8 months.

[mylifeinpink 349]

hm734

i know exactly what you mean about trusting yourself with certain foods

in the past 8 months i have not had one sweet' date=' sugar, candy etc. not even a bite.

unfortuanately many candy stores have now had to lay off people or have totally gone out of business[/quote']

What an inspiration! It's nice to see on here once in a great while someone who is actually commited- and not just here to justify bad behaviors.

I am same as you- no sweets- no sugars- no candy- but I'm also not eating any kind of fast foods (no matter HOW "nutritious " someone says they are)- NO starches, pastas or breads, no caffine at all- no high fat anything- no junk food- no soda of ANY kind-

Mostly I'm eating whole foods, nuts, grilled meats, things I pick or cook myself.

Keep up the good work!!! You're inspiring!

PS- I'm also one of those weird people that is drug free too- so I don't believe that pot is a nessessity- and I have never touched the aweful stuff.

[sassypants 674]

I don’t like mac n cheese but I have had cauliflower and broccoli cheese since the op just a few spoonfuls for people wanting the alternative to Pasta.< /p>

You can make your own cheese sauce with milk and grated cheese/s that you like and do it I just steamed the veg then poured over the cheese and baked had my little bit the rest of my family had the rest for dinner.< /p>

[ProudGrammy 8,322]

no sugar or sweets in 8 months.

change4life

i used to always luv those nasty "Butterfingers & Babe Ruth Bars"

if I "had" to take a bite, i know i wouldn't take more, butttt......all of a sudden that yum/yum taste of chocolate would come back to me - and then i would remember what it tasted like....no, don't want to go there

rather be foot lose, care free, sugar free and candy free

[*susan* 1,709]

When I want chocolate, which occurs one week every month, I really enjoy the Skinny Cow clusters. They are yummy!

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[lml32937 65]

This is 1 of the processed foods I indulge in since becomming a vegetarian. I buy the little easy macs (small cups) it will last me at least 3-4 sittings and by that time I'm over the craving- I can only eat 3-4 bites and then I'm done- Pasta does not sit well in my sleeve.

[vsginnj 415]

I'm starting to like the way this thread is going. Alternatives' date=' the it looks like the 2 posts above this one have good ideas for the Pasta portion. As far as the cheese part, powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury has a proteined cheese sauce. Hmmmm this might actually be worth trying.[/quote']

, the last time we chatted I felt misunderstood and lashed out at you and said a bunch at things I shouldn't have I am sorry ,please forgive me!

[LT1002 138]

When I want chocolate' date=' which occurs one week every month, I really enjoy the Skinny Cow clusters. They are yummy!

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I would eat those pre-sleeve. So good!!

[slimshadee 26]

I tried it 2.5 months out and vomited. I tried it again 4 months out and it was fine. I can really eat anything- bread, pasta...just in smaller amount. For instance, I can eat an entire piece of square pizza over about 20 minutes. Compared to the usual 4 pieces, I am thrilled. Everyone is different...