slimmy120 2 Posted March 10, 2009 I lately could like on latte coffee, cheese, and mcdonalds soft serve icecreams, what is causing this???? I was bad ate a sausage roll today too, don't want to sabotarge all my good work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jodi_620 37 Posted March 10, 2009 Are you taking a Calcium supplement in addition to your Multi-Vitamin? I take either Caltrate chewables or Viactive both have extra Vitamin D as well. When I get cravings, usually for plain milk, it is a sign that I need more calcium and have even doubled the dose. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slimmy120 2 Posted March 10, 2009 Are you taking a Calcium supplement in addition to your Multi-Vitamin? I take either Caltrate chewables or Viactive both have extra Vitamin D as well. When I get cravings, usually for plain milk, it is a sign that I need more calcium and have even doubled the dose. I have not been taking any Vitamins, so will get back to Multi Vitamins and calcium. I have een eating everything so gave up the Vitamins, may take extra b supplement too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lapbandtalker 0 Posted March 10, 2009 That's a good sign for you are craving what your body needs and you aren't ignoring it. I too began to eat massive amounts of dairy. I drink milk and eat cheese more than anything else. This hit me one day as I was standing at the refrigerator eating shredded cheese straight from the bag and then later was a meatball triple provolone from subway. My doc has found no issue w/ all the dairy/calcium I eat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
olivia_99 0 Posted March 10, 2009 When i crave dairy I opt for string cheese sticks that weight watchers make..I eat cottage cheese with fruit and when i make my egg white omelets in the morning I used cheddar..I love cheese in my salads too..I havent eaten fast food since Ive been banded..if i decide to i will opt for a side salad with chicken...make sure u take your Multivitamin and calcuim supplements..I incorporated Vitamin B12 and Protein Shakes into my diet..when i go food shopping it is so expensive...i pay $60 a week on food..but I buy things like chicken and other meats in bulk to save $$..ive been clipping coupons to help too!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
myturn0421 0 Posted March 10, 2009 I go through spurts, like right now. My husband and I can go through a gallon of milk in 2 day - we're both banded. I figure the same thing, my body is needing it. At least we keep 1% or FF milk only.:biggrin: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stephleon 0 Posted March 10, 2009 I have always craved dairy, even before getting banded. Now I am being told that I need to stay away from cow’s milk. I love milk!! I was told that the extra fructose in milk will sabotage the weight loss and that I can have low fat cheese and yogurt but all puddings and anything else that calls for milk needs to be substituted for soy milk(including cereal):biggrin: I hate soy milk:frown: I want to know if anyone else has heard this and is this true? I have been drinking skim milk for years and did not realize that this was not acceptable This is a huge issue for me. I can not express how much I love milk and eating string cheese as my only source of dairy is not going to cut it for me:crying: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
myturn0421 0 Posted March 10, 2009 I've never been told that - I don't think I could give up my milk.:biggrin: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aubrie 6 Posted March 11, 2009 Actually, I have heard just the opposite. My doctor encourages milk. It just has to be 1% or skim. I also use fat free cottage cheese and sour cream. I too eat a lot of cheese. I love ricotta cheese, and those little bon belles and lite pie shaped soft cheeses that come in the round box. If I'm tight and can't eat meat, at least I can get my Protein in that way. I'd worry more about a lack of Calcium, Vitamin D and protein than I would the minimal amount of sugar in milk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
olivia_99 0 Posted March 16, 2009 OMG..cottage cheese!! its delicious Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OH Juli 15 Posted March 16, 2009 I've never heard the no cow's milk thing. That's a new one to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites