OCTOBER 2014

[amylynns 802]

Wednesday meal plan

B- plain Greek yogurt, 3 frozen strawberries, half banana.

S- hard boiled egg

L- half of a half of a turkey/Swiss grilled sandwich. (Which wasn't toasted enough, was nauseous after 3 bites.

D- attempted 1/4 of a schwans mushroom and spinach flatbread pizza. But after lunch my belly still wasn't right. I had 4 little squares and ate 2 of them

Later had a teaspoon of Peanut Butter. Did ok with that.

Heading to bed. Night all.

Oh! I went to a Pilates class tonight. LOVED it!!

[wildGoose 207]

@@wildGoose they sell them at 99 cent store brand Taste Oasis 1/4 cup 7g Protein

1g sugar

5g carbs

Cal 170

Fat is high total 15g

Yum!

i found a recipe! It has no sugar!

Chile-Lime Peanuts

From EatingWell: November/December 2010

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These spicy nuts were inspired by ones sold by street vendors across Mexico. If you can only find salted peanuts, omit the added salt. Add the maximum amount of cayenne pepper if you want an extra hit of spice.

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Makes: 6 cups

Active Time:

5 minutes

Total Time:

50 minutes

NUTRITION PROFILE

Low carbohydrate | Low saturated fat | Low cholesterol | Heart healthy | Gluten free |

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INGREDIENTS

• 6 tablespoons lime juice
• 6 tablespoons chili powder
• 4 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 6 cups unsalted cocktail peanuts

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PREPARATION

1. Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 250°F.
2. Whisk lime juice, chili powder, salt and cayenne in a large bowl. Add peanuts; toss to coat. Divide between 2 large rimmed baking sheets; spread in an even layer.
3. Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, until dry, about 45 minutes. Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

TIPS & NOTES

• Make Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

NUTRITION

Per 2-tablespoon serving: 110 calories; 9 g fat (1 g sat, 5 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 5 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 4 g protein; 2 g fiber; 104 mg sodium; 141 mg potassium.

Carbohydrate Servings: 0

Exchanges: 2 fat

[AuriP 420]

Happy new years folks! I've been mia but doing well. It seems that the times I feel like I look thinner, I actually am thinner. I've lost a total of 7" off my hips in 3 months. I went to my 3 month post op on the 2nd and I was down to 208, with clothing obviously, so about 206 without. My scale broke so it's been a struggle because I'm not daily weighing like I used to do. I'm going to have to buy one this weekend. Hoping to be in wonderland by the middle of the month. Bronx hoping you start feeling better soon. Layknee, hoping you break your stall soon and hoping by April your troubles go away. Beni, I've had some troubles with food here and there, I got stuck with chicken and it all came back up. The most painful 2 hours I've had yet. The weird thing was, the chicken was shredded so it wasn't tough at all, Maybe eating too fast.

[brown eyed gal 59]

Ok friends, I'm at week 11 and have only lost 23 pounds. It's extremely difficult to get into the nutritionist at our program. I was supposed to have a 3 month check up with her but it will be February before I can get in to see her. I eat anywhere from 600-900 calories a day. I always get my Protein, (mostly from drinks) and I get my Water. I'm doing 30 minutes of cardio at least 2 days a week and I do a 30 minute routine of free weights 2/3 times a week.

Any guesses as to what I'm doing wrong. I do not eat carbs hardly at all. I don't have any issues swallowing and no food has seemed to bother me so far, I've tried everything but steak and fried stuff. Over Christmas I did eat a few pieces of fudge and a few Cookies (no dumping) but after Christmas I haven't eaten any sweets.

[brown eyed gal 59]

Ok friends, I'm at week 11 and have only lost 23 pounds. It's extremely difficult to get into the nutritionist at our program. I was supposed to have a 3 month check up with her but it will be February before I can get in to see her. I eat anywhere from 600-900 calories a day. I always get my Protein, (mostly from drinks) and I get my Water. I'm doing 30 minutes of cardio at least 2 days a week and I do a 30 minute routine of free weights 2/3 times a week.

Any guesses as to what I'm doing wrong. I do not eat carbs hardly at all. I don't have any issues swallowing and no food has seemed to bother me so far, I've tried everything but steak and fried stuff. Over Christmas I did eat a few pieces of fudge and a few Cookies (no dumping) but after Christmas I haven't eaten any sweets.

[CRMMFW 69]

Thursday meal plan

B- Premier Protein shake chocolate

S- blackberries 1/2 c lite cool whip 3tblsp

L- progreso light Soup penne chicken broth added 1oz grilled chicken breast 1/2 c Soup

S- none

D- egg with cheese mushrooms 1/2c

S- if needed sf pudding

I hope all is well!! 11 w post rny gbs

Edited January 9, 2015 by CRMMFW

[Sherrib4health 100]

Happy Birthday. So cute you both share the same b-day.

I feel much better but while on vacation that first day was not the best and I actually threw up in the car. Thank goodness I had a bag because it came so sudden there was no time to stop. Today I have been fine but all my food was mushy. Yogurt is my friend.

The odd thing is I throw up just slime. No food at all (maybe a tiny bit). Sorry for the TMI. Does anyone have this? It's like the food won't come up.

@@Beni, have you tried chewable papaya enzyme? It's supposed to help with digestion. Hope you're feeling better!

[Sherrib4health 100]

Hi Everyone

It's been a while since I've posted but I do try and read all your posts!

I see people are posting their meal plans. I do pretty much the same thing every day. No real time for Breakfast so I always have my Jay Robb Protein shake with either blueberries or strawberries. I use almond milk. I take my Vitamins in the morning too and have added cod liver oil and flaxseed oil. I'm still very constipated!

I drink a lot of Water on my way to work. I have a 2.5 hour commute so plenty of time to drink! Thank God there's a bathroom on the train!

When I get to work I get in some more Water. Then about 11:30, I'll have my first meal. Always 3.5 oz of dense Protein and 1.5 oz. of some kind of vegetable or vegetable blend. Wait 30 minutes and start on more water.

About 3:00, I eat my second meal which is the same as the first. Protein and veggies. Same ratio.

On the train ride home I have my second Protein Shake I prepared that morning.

When I get home, exact same thing for dinner.

If I want something extra, I just have another protein shake.< /p>

I think that I'm very very blessed in that so far, nothing makes me sick except for eating too fast. Still working on that. And then it's just a bit of a nauseous feeling but goes away quickly. And the Constipation. Yuck.

I'm so sorry that some of you are still having such a hard time. I still sort of wait for the other shoe to drop but so far, so good. But I realize that anything can happen at any time.

Hang in there October Warriors! This really is such a great group.

Thanks for including me.

Sherri

[amylynns 802]

I had my first non-friend comment about my weight loss today from a long time customer. This is how the conversation went.

Her: are you losing weight?

Me: yep, trying

Her: are you planning to lose more?

Me: that's the plan

Her: well, you look sickly thin. You shouldn't lose anymore!

Me: speechless.....

Thanks for making my day! Not!

[LisaCO 169]

Amylynns I am sorry. Not nice. I had a coworker tell me the other day. You need to be careful on what you eat because so & so did this surgery & she lost alot of weight at first and now she is big again. I told her yes some people have different situations then I asked her why dont you do this surgery it could really help your diabetes & Cpap. I didnt realize but I think she is envious that I am losing & healthy.

[Getting-used-to-new-me 119]

I've had similar experiences with co-workers and long-time friends and family. Some have out-in-public challenged me on my weight loss. Some have taken me aside, in a confidential way. But others are nice.

The out-in-public challenges go like this, and these are direct quotes: "Are you sure you're supposed to lose as much as you've done already?" "You remind me of Karen Carpenter!" That second one's a direct charge of anorexia, because I'm a guy! I believe these people may not have my best interests in mind, and may just want to make a weird, bad joke or something at my expense. I admit I'm still getting used to the new me, because the guy I see in the mirror everyday is different from the one I see in recent photos. But my health care team are pleased with my success and improved health. So I must be doing alright.

Others have taken me aside and asked "confidentially" if it's the "big C" meaning cancer, that has caused the weight loss. I try to make sure they know the weight loss is intentional and TO IMPROVE MY HEALTH! They are genuinely happy when they hear it's not cancer and it is intentional on my part. They usually congratulate me.

Others just say something like "you look great!" In response I usually say something like "Thanks! So do you!" And they usually see that their comment registered with me and we're still on friendly terms with each other.

[wildGoose 207]

I had uterine cancer and a hysterectomy before my RNY. Now I find that people think I still have cancer and they're afraid to ask me about my weight loss!

[Getting-used-to-new-me 119]

I'm glad you've survived! I hope you're blessed with real loved ones who care enough to ask, and then really listen when you respond.

[Beni 1,484]

Interesting, you may want to read this.

http://www.dsfacts.com/weight-loss-stall-or-plateau.php

[misstvb 248]

Interesting, you may want to read this.

http://www.dsfacts.com/weight-loss-stall-or-plateau.php

Thanks for posting, I'm still struggling with my stall, going to follow all their suggestions.