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Advice Needed: Week 8, Still Weighing Meals?



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Hey all! Quick question for those who have been down this path...

I find myself not needing to (maybe sub-consciously not wanting to?) weigh my food. Doctor's orders are to eat 4 oz. Protein 3x a day + 1/2 c of veggies - if I have room.

I can visualize, for the most part, what 4 oz of Protein is at this point. More so - I really notice when I start to get full. At that point, I stop! I'm pretty sure that I can eat 3-4 oz of protein, really can't get in the veggies at this point.

Question: Do you guys still weigh your food? Am I on a dangerous road of stretching my stomach or overeating?

Thanks for all of your help!

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Weighing and measuring are crucial for months, even years after surgery. I'm pretty good at eyeballing portions, but I still use my little digital scale and measuring cups, just to err on the side of caution.

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Thanks for the insight. I figured it's not smart...but since when I do measure it out and was under-eating (after being full), I figured I'd be okay! Thanks again, healthyme1963!

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Other than knowing how much Fluid I drink and how much Protein is in my shakes (which I still drink once/day) I have never measured or tracked or counted anything. I eat balanced meals of Protein and veggies. I snack on protein, fruit and whole grains. I eat when I'm hungry (about every 3 hours) and I eat until I'm satisfied, not full. I drink my Water and take my Vitamins.

I decided even before having surgery that the whole measuring/counting thing was not for me. Might as well be on a regular diet, and I was having this surgery so I didn't have to ever be on a diet again. I know my way might not be for everyone, but by keeping it simple, I was able to hit my goal (and beyond) without the all the number-related stress and drama.

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