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[Lilia_90 519]

food I’ve eaten lately part 3 (cheeky part):

chocolate fondant cake with praline ice cream, salted praline cream, chocolate mousse and fudge. This was so good, I had 3 big bites of this. (I did not make this).

Upside down mango cheesecake. I am a big fan of cheesecake, especially baked cheesecake. This one was chilled but it was so delicious. I had 2 big bites. (I did not make this).

My banana bread. While the ingredients are fairly healthy, the amount of chocolate I top it with isn’t LOL. I didn’t try it, the kids and the hubs almost cleared it.

Turkey and pepperoni panini on sourdough focaccia, slathered with pesto, grated cheddar, arugula, Sriracha and spicy mayo with a side of salt and vinegar chips. I had 1/3 of this panini in the picture and 3 chips.

Edited September 24, 2024 by Lilia_90

[ms.sss 15,725]

@Lilia_90:::omg im so u are posting ur food again!!! soooo yummmmmyyyy looooking!!!

(do u have a food instagram? cuz i'd totally follow....)

[GreenTealael 25,439]

11 hours ago, Lilia_90 said:

food I’ve eaten lately:

homemade smash burgers with caramelized onions, melted cheddar, mushrooms, jalapeños and pickles with spicy sauce (spicy mayo, ketchup and cajun seasoning) in a potato bun. This monstrous burger was for hubby (double stacked) I had the same but single patty and ate around half of it.

[Mspretty86 356]

How much food can everyone eat now? Those of you further out? So many delicious food post but I can only enjoy about 1 cup of food at a time. I'm about 5 months out!

[SleeverSk 635]

24 minutes ago, Mspretty86 said:

How much food can everyone eat now? Those of you further out? So many delicious food post but I can only enjoy about 1 cup of food at a time. I'm about 5 months out!

That will change and you will wish you were back where you are now. I can eat "normal" servings of food now. for example, I can eat a whole sandwich, most of a burger and some chips, a piece of steak and salad.

[Mspretty86 356]

28 minutes ago, SleeverSk said:

That will change and you will wish you were back where you are now. I can eat "normal" servings of food now. for example, I can eat a whole sandwich, most of a burger and some chips, a piece of steak and salad.

That is scary ass hell!! I need that restriction forever (food addict). I guess that's when you have to use all your baratric tools. Movement, mindset, and Portion Control 😩😩😩😩😩

[SleeverSk 635]

30 minutes ago, Mspretty86 said:

That is scary ass hell!! I need that restriction forever (food addict). I guess that's when you have to use all your baratric tools. Movement, mindset, and Portion Control 😩😩😩😩😩

yes, it is scary, I have put on 10kg and I don't even know how, well maybe I do. picking is my biggest problem you know the old go to the fridge get a slice of cheese, pick at this pick at that .................... I wish I had have been told for some people their restriction is temporary, so you really need to use this time to your full advantage

[GreenTealael 25,439]

2 hours ago, Mspretty86 said:

How much food can everyone eat now? Those of you further out? So many delicious food post but I can only enjoy about 1 cup of food at a time. I'm about 5 months out!

6 yrs out

25-50% of an adult portion

75-100% of a child portion 🤣

[Mspretty86 356]

29 minutes ago, SleeverSk said:

yes, it is scary, I have put on 10kg and I don't even know how, well maybe I do. picking is my biggest problem you know the old go to the fridge get a slice of cheese, pick at this pick at that .................... I wish I had have been told for some people their restriction is temporary, so you really need to use this time to your full advantage

In one of my groups I'm in a licensed therapist on the baratric team stated when we see ourselves gaining again, go back to the beginner basics the way we treated our bodies right after weight loss surgery: Go back to those high Protein meals/ veggies getting full on that and not snacking and indulging. That stuck with me.

[GreenTealael 25,439]

33 minutes ago, SleeverSk said:

yes, it is scary, I have put on 10kg and I don't even know how, well maybe I do. picking is my biggest problem you know the old go to the fridge get a slice of cheese, pick at this pick at that .................... I wish I had have been told for some people their restriction is temporary, so you really need to use this time to your full advantage

1 minute ago, Mspretty86 said:

In one of my groups I'm in a licensed therapist on the baratric team stated when we see ourselves gaining again, go back to the beginner basics the way we treated our bodies right after weight loss surgery: Go back to those high Protein meals/ veggies getting full on that and not snacking and indulging. That stuck with me.

Also don’t hesitate to take advantage of the new tools (GLP-1s) ❤️

[SleeverSk 635]

4 minutes ago, GreenTealael said:

been thinking of that, just need to find a DR that will prescribe it for me as even though I am in the "overweight" category they don't thin k I am heavy enough

Also don’t hesitate to take advantage of the new tools (GLP-1s) ❤️

[GreenTealael 25,439]

9 minutes ago, SleeverSk said:

I’m not sure about in AU, but in US medical files sometimes still say history of obesity/Bariatric surgery so that bypasses a lot of issues when trying to explain why you need help losing regain or maintaining weight.

Can others please chime in if they have any information about this?

But either way if you can swing it, they are effective.

[ms.sss 15,725]

3 hours ago, Mspretty86 said:

How much food can everyone eat now? Those of you further out? So many delicious food post but I can only enjoy about 1 cup of food at a time. I'm about 5 months out!

im 6 yrs out in a few weeks, and these days i can eat about 1-1.5 cups in volume in one sitting...more if its salad, less if its's dense Protein or fluffy bread or Pasta.

but i mean, i could eat another 1-1.5 cups after i digest in a couple hours...

further, i don't normally eat low-calorie on purpose...i try to average to 2300 cals a day more or less to maintain my current physique.

you will find that you will be able to eat a little bit more as well as more frequently as time goes by. hopefully you will learn what amounts you need to maintain based on your activity level/health state and adjust accordingly as your needs change.

❤️

[Mspretty86 356]

7 minutes ago, ms.sss said:

im 6 yrs out in a few weeks, and these days i can eat about 1-1.5 cups in volume in one sitting...more if its salad, less if its's dense Protein or fluffy bread or Pasta.

but i mean, i could eat another 1-1.5 cups after i digest in a couple hours...

further, i don't normally eat low-calorie on purpose...i try to average to 2300 cals a day more or less to maintain my current physique.

you will find that you will be able to eat a little bit more as well as more frequently as time goes by. hopefully you will learn what amounts you need to maintain based on your activity level/health state and adjust accordingly as your needs change.

❤️

Nice thanks! We shall see as time goes on. Right now I will drop weight as quickly as possible while I still have no appetite and a VERY restrictive pouch!!!

[sillykitty 10,776]

I'm 6.5 years out and still have a very restrictive sleeve. But I definitely seem to be an outlier.
I can eat about 4 oz at a time. For instance a Taco Bell taco or small McDonald's hamburger.
But even with small stomach capacity, it's easy to regain. My stomach empties quickly so there's nothing stopping me from eating to excess. I've had to make a conscious effort to maintain a weight I'm happy with. I use both IF and GLP meds. Along with calorie tracking for accountability.