Need some help

[Ginagirl 21]

How many ounces can you eat in one sitting? My bmi was lower because I was converted from Lapband. My surgery was July 31st and I feel like I can eat alot in the liquids phase. My doctor said I would be eating two cups of food per meal eventually ..and I just converted this to 16 ounces. Isn't that alot for someone with vsg? I hope I didn't do the wrong thing!

[prayergirl 55]

I think you just need to pay attention to how you feel. 2 cups sounds like a lot to me, though. I had surgery June 4th, so, I'm almost 2 months out. I am eating 1/2 cup-1 cup at most. One of my favorites is 1/2 c. ricotta cheese with about 2 tbls Pasta Sauce (got recipe on this site!) heat in microwave a few seconds. Then I sprinkle a little parm. cheese on top. It's so good and great on Protein (1/2 c. ricotta is 14g.) Tastes like your eating a lasagna without the pasta! Just listen to your body. You will definately know if you are eating too much. I've taken that one or two extra bites a few times and it is very uncomfortable. I'm finally getting the hang of portions. I am using small baby plates and I still can't fill it up because it's WAY too much! I had once made a salad, very healthy, etc. but I put it on this baby plate and it was maybe 5-6 meals for me. Good luck on your journey!

[Shrinkingmom 218]

You can't compare liquid ounces to solid at ounces. They are totally different things. I am a little over 1 year out and I can eat about 1 cup at a sitting but only about 3 oz at of chicken or fish with a couple bites of vegetables. Liquid on the other hand, I can get about 16 to 20 ounces in a short time. Liquids slide right on through and do not fill you up well! You just have to get use to a different thought process but if you are like me you will love your sleeve! I have finally been able to put food in proper perspective! Good luck!

[Ginagirl 21]

Does the size of bugie make that much of a difference?