How much is too much?

[Camella 209]

I'm three weeks post op and I just had 1/3 cup of pureed sweet potato. It's the first time since I have had surgery that something went down really easily and I feel like I could eat more. I'm just scared that I'm overeating. How much were you able to eat at this stage?

[AngelNP 40]

I can send you the sleeve bible(s). They have incredible information. If you are interested, you will need to PM me with your email address, and I will be happy to send the information to you.

[Camella 209]

Thanks AngelNP I would really appreciate that. My surgeon didn't give me very clear directions so I always feel like I don't have a clue what I am doing.

[Sexyfort 1]

Hi Angel can I pls pm u because I need help struggling with purée stage some days feel like I can eat all day some days I just feel restriction immediately. I'm so tired of mushy food

[No game 14,437]

I would not give out personal email addresses..

Members on this forum are more than happy to answer any questions you might have, without asking for personal info.

http://www.ellishospital.org/pdf/SleeveGastrectomyPost-OpGuidelines.pdf

[Arts137 1,811]

Yeppers... to Laura...

Eat slowly (it matters) and your body will tell you...

Some just feel full... some say they gat a warning burb...

The GOOD news is you will ID your own signals and be able to do this SOON.

[Camella 209]

I would not give out personal email addresses..

Members on this forum are more than happy to answer any questions you might have, without asking for personal info.

http://www.ellishosp...pGuidelines.pdf

Good point Laura (unfortunately too late - I trust Angel that you have good intentions ) Thanks for posting that link. It's very helpful! It's nice to have an outline of what a normal day might look like.

[Camella 209]

Yeppers... to Laura...

Eat slowly (it matters) and your body will tell you...

Some just feel full... some say they gat a warning burb...

The GOOD news is you will ID your own signals and be able to do this SOON.

Thanks Arts - I'm guessing that I might be overdoing it. It seems like I feel nothing and then a very sharp pain in my sternum. It really is hard to shake that need to 'finish a meal'. I think I need to pay closer attention.

[Meliss000 283]

I was taught to clean your plate always. As an adult that is still engraved in my brain. I think I'm starting to etch it out, but to make life simple I eat on a saucer. That way when I put food on it, it is a very small amount. Makes the battle in my mind easier to win. Good luck!

[AngelNP 40]

Hence, that's why I provide my email addy, to those who want the information I have. In general, that is correct.

[AngelNP 40]

Hi Angel can I pls pm u because I need help struggling with purée stage some days feel like I can eat all day some days I just feel restriction immediately. I'm so tired of mushy food

Yes, info sent. I have too much information to provide on a forum. I have created two great documents that I have no problems sharing. I've complied great suggestions from multiple sleevers and put it together. I have three different versions of something similar to what Laura shared...but in more detail. More specific on what types of food; how much, how to weigh, what type of equipment you will need to assist...etc. 6 videos on common questions/concerns, 2012 research on all weight loss surgeries, etc. If someone wants this information, please PM me and I'll provide you my email address, so I can send it to you, if not, no big deal. Have a great weekend.

[AngelNP 40]

Thanks AngelNP I would really appreciate that. My surgeon didn't give me very clear directions so I always feel like I don't have a clue what I am doing.

Sent!

[No game 14,437]

Hence' date=' that's why I provide my email addy, to those who want the information I have. In general, that is correct.[/quote']

I noticed that the op here is new to the forum, as you are too. I want her to know that we have lots of long term members here that will be more than happy to answer her questions and give support without requiring a personal email addresses..

It's always nice to see new members helping new members

[Wags 549]

Thanks Arts - I'm guessing that I might be overdoing it. It seems like I feel nothing and then a very sharp pain in my sternum. It really is hard to shake that need to 'finish a meal'. I think I need to pay closer attention.

That sharp sternum pain is my warning sign too. Soon as I feel it I stop (sometimes I stop sooner, but when I feel that pain, that's my last bite). :-)

[No game 14,437]

I'm three weeks post op and I just had 1/3 cup of pureed sweet potato. It's the first time since I have had surgery that something went down really easily and I feel like I could eat more. I'm just scared that I'm overeating. How much were you able to eat at this stage?

I think that a good rule of thumb in the very early stages is to to measure out 1/4 cup at meal time

The difference between 1/4 and 1/3 is enough to have painful consequences.