Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Scared....Am I eating to much?



Recommended Posts

My Dr. said to eat 3 to 4 small meals (3-4 ounces each) per day. I really didn't want to put all of my food in a measuring cup, and I certainly didn't want to overeat, so I went shopping. I found a cute little plate in a kitchen store. It's about 4 inches square and has a lip on it. I found it in the Asian section, near the Asian teapots and the Sushi dishes. I asked the guy who owns the store to test how many ounces it holds. It holds EXACTLY 4 ounces. So. . . I just load my cute little plate with 70% Protein & 30% whatever else and know that I am eating the right amount. I love it so much I'm going to buy two more so I have one at home, one at work, and one in the car, so I'm never without. Just an idea that has helped me stay on track until I get a fill or two.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I am so glad you posted this! Thank you!

I was banded 2nd April and I can eat anything - even bread!! I am still trying to eat mushy-ish things so that doesn't help I guess. Going for my 1mth f/up on the 5th I think, so hopefully I get a fill. I am starting to wonder if they have put a band in there!? Feels like nothing has changed!!!!!!! WHAT IF THIS DOESNT WORK!!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I don't see how you could be eating to much, You had your surgery a week after me, and you've lost lot of weight. I wouldn't worry so much. My doctor said to eat 6 to 8 oz I think I would be hungery all the time if I only ate 4 oz at each meal. I like the idea of the plate you found. Were did you find it? That would certainly help with making sure I don't over eat. Keep in touch

Jill

banded 3/24/2009

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I was banded on 4/22/09 and I have the same exact issues! I am on pureed right now, and following the post-op plan to the letter, but i am so hungry sometimes!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×