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Mashed potatoes were allowed on my soft food stage. Don't worry about carbs so early out because you aren't eating much at all. Only have Protein and Water goals from the doctor.

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Not allowed on my plan. You should check with your bariatric team.

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I ate them frequently during my puree stage, as they were allowed on my plan; not so much now because I can eat quite a bit more! I put 10g of unflavored whey Protein in them and topped them with lowfat gravy. Yum! Check your surgeon's food list to be sure they're allowed for you, of course.

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What does your plan advise?

My plan allows for any carbs in a 1 to 4 ratio with Protein. Eating the Protein FIRST until you are sure of your volume. However I have yams now and then but rarely waste my carbs on potatoes.

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I was allowed two tablespoons of mashed potatoes my first day of puree but after that, they were a no go. They don't allow for much room for real Protein. The carbs will only create more cravings for carbs and they aren't the best nutritional intake.

What does your plan say about mashed potatoes?

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I approached it thusly........anything that I didn't want to have in my daily eats......I didn't want to include during the early stages, either.

Therefore......NO......skip on that crap.

Embrace the early stages and lose all the weight you can......then hang on and enjoy the results as you refine your strategy for later on.

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My plan says I can have them but I wanted others opinion because some plans have it and some don't. Plus I want the best results as far as weight loss goes.

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Can I be honest?

Getting the best results weight loss wise will happen when you can resist the urge to eat whatever and whenever you're craving, and choose the best option for you 90% of the time. Your "I really want mashed potatoes and gravy from churches chicken" threw a red flag for me.

I really want a cheeseburger from Five Guy's. Oh, and the fries. And the shake.

But I won't. I've gotten good at exercising my will power muscles. Not perfect, but pretty good. These early stages are trying, but a great way to begin to practice it.

This is all about changing behaviors and attitudes about food. It takes time, but it's doable.

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I ate a few bites after surgery during the soft stage. You will be surprised how little you can eat of it. 2 bites and you might be full. I would eat your Protein first then if you still want it ( and it's ok with your Dr ) then try it.

At later stages when you are on normal foods, it's just not worth it to waste space with non essential foods.

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My plan says I can have them but I wanted others opinion because some plans have it and some don't. Plus I want the best results as far as weight loss goes.

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Can I be honest?

Getting the best results weight loss wise will happen when you can resist the urge to eat whatever and whenever you're craving, and choose the best option for you 90% of the time. Your "I really want mashed potatoes and gravy from churches chicken" threw a red flag for me.

I really want a cheeseburger from Five Guy's. Oh, and the fries. And the shake.

But I won't. I've gotten good at exercising my will power muscles. Not perfect, but pretty good. These early stages are trying, but a great way to begin to practice it.

This is all about changing behaviors and attitudes about food. It takes time, but it's doable.

6 days post op, great insight...Thank you for taking the time

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I'm on the puréed stage and I've noticed when I ate mashed potatoes my weight would stall. So I won't be eating that anymore. Any suggestions on other puréed foods?

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I'm on the puréed stage and I've noticed when I ate mashed potatoes my weight would stall. So I won't be eating that anymore. Any suggestions on other puréed foods?

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Yes!

http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/08/pureed-foods.html?m=1

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