Food and Nutrition

Sometimes it seems like December is one giant party. You might have holiday parties at your work or your partner’s workplace. Friends and neighbors often have get-togethers. You might be hosting or going to family holiday parties, and New Year’s Eve is one of the biggest party nights of the year. All those parties can be fun, but they can be bad news for your waistline if you are not careful. You might be offered egg nog or another drink the second you walk in the door, and bowls of candy, nuts, and crackers may be set out already. Platters of fatty, doughy, and greasy appetizers may not be far behind, and all that happens before you even get to the main course and dess…

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I'm an admittedly picky eater. Add to that an allergy to seafood and shellfish. I can't stand eggs and there are several veggies I don't like. (Zucchini, squash, Brussel sprouts all make me want to vomit!) I see lots of people discuss their daily meal plans centering on eggs and tuna or other fish or shrimp. Any suggestions for picky eaters like me? I'm post-LapBand pre-RNY revision, and I'm trying to plan way ahead. Thanks in advance. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G890A using the BariatricPal App

It’s Cyber Monday. You already know that it is one of the biggest shopping days of the year, but did you also know that it is one of the best days for weight loss of the year? Here is how you can use this Cyber Monday at The BariatricPal Store to set yourself up for faster and easier weight loss. Cyber Monday Sale – Our Lowest Prices Ever! Today on Cyber Monday, we are having our biggest sale ever on PatchMD Vitamin Patches! Just enter code OFF25CMPMD when you check out of the store, and you will get 25% off all patches! When you use patches, you can get your nutrients without ever taking a pill. You can find Multivitamins as well as more targeted patches such as C…

Hopefully, you did not do too badly this year. You may have focused more on the turkey and salad, and less on the dinner rolls and butter, mashed potatoes and gravy, and pecan pie than in previous years. We didn’t all get through Thanksgiving unscathed, though. With so much delicious food, each dish more tempting than the next, and no end in sight, it is hard to stay in control. There may have been a few too many helpings, or a serving or two of foods that are not on your WLS diet. But, the damage is done, and it is time to move on. How are you planning to do so? Share your strategies for getting back on track, from forgiving yourself to throwing away the leftovers t…

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and you are enjoying a bit of time to relax with family, catch up with friends, do a little holiday shopping, or get your home back in order! Maybe you’re even taking some time to cook some healthy leftovers with skinless turkey, or plan a few healthy meals for the coming week. Thanksgiving has plenty of opportunities for WLS triumphs. If this is your first Thanksgiving after WLS or thinking about WLS, it may have been far different than in previous years as you thought more about what you ate and how much. Even if you are a few years out from WLS, you are probably still pretty conscious about your Thanksgiving meal – no more …

Wondering if anyone has been advised on this- Should you refrain from drinking anything 30 minutes AFTER your Protein replacement, just like when you eat "food" ( purée, mushy, solids)? Interested in hearing responses. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Okay talk to me! Tried one I bought at the store and this is my new favorite snack! But went to order some in bulk (save some $$) and I'm overwhelmed! So many flavors and types. What do you love? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Im 5 weeks post op .. and I can eat but two tbs of mashed potato and I get a stomach ache .. I'm scared .. I hope its not a leak .. does anyone get pain after they eat

We're excited to announce that Enlightened Roasted Broad Bean Snacks have arrived at the BariatricPal Store! ENLIGHTENED Roasted Broad Bean Snacks are enjoyed around the world for their delicious flavor and satisfying crunch, broad Beans are a nutrition powerhouse packed with Protein and Fiber. ENLIGHTENED Roasted Broad Bean Crisps are lightly roasted in sunflower oil, sprinkled with sea salt, and seasoned to perfection. 100 Calories 7G of Protein 1G of Sugar High Fiber Low Fat Gluten Free Certified Vegan Kosher Finally, a snack that is delicious and is all-natural. Enlightened: the good-for-you crisp is a snack made from broad (fava) beans and is packed with gre…

Not totally sure if this is the proper subforum, but it's about food so here goes. I'm on day 4 of my pre-op diet and it's going very well so far. I've resisted all cravings and have zero intention of giving in. It's usually not terribly difficult as I really cut out all sweets, most carbs, all alcohol and other icky things months ago. But today, I woke up craving a chocolate caramel turtle. The ones with the pecans. I've always clenched my jaw and carried tension there, so chewing things that are really chewy (caramel, those bit o' honey candies, etc.) always really satisfied this bizarre need to work my jaw. This lead to me binge eating foods like that to the po…

I was wondering if you have to take Vitamins for the rest of your life after you have the vsg surgery and what kind. Thanks Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey there! So I had my surgery September 26th since then I've been having trouble finding a good protein shake or powder. I first I tried the protein drink ISO PURE and in different flavors but I really didn't like them at all and found it to be a complete struggle to finish it. Then I tried Premier Protein which had very little iodine in it and I was doing good till the iodine started to build up in my system and I had an allergic reaction to it. Since then I've been drinking Pure Protein Natural Whey Protein the rich chocolate flavor but it taste horrible and I absolutely dread drinking it everyday. I really need help finding something that has no iodine and that taste …

Whether you are pro-Trump, you are pro-Clinton, or you are abstaining from voting as an act of conscientious objection to this year’s election, I think we can all agree that November 9, the first day post-election, will be welcome. Then we can focus on other things, such as Thanksgiving! It’s coming up quickly, on November 24. You may have quite a few worries if this is your first Thanksgiving on the weight loss surgery journey, since your experience this year will be like any in the past. Even if you are a WLS veteran and have some experience with Thanksgiving, these kinds of dinners always present challenges with too much food, the wrong kinds of foods, and a lot of p…

So when it comes to Breakfast, I'm looking for quick, easy, "clean" and loaded with Protein. I used to do a Pure Protein Bars, but am looking for a cleaner option with similar amount of protein (20grams) Any suggestions would be great!

Anyone on here eat pork rinds?

Weight loss surgery is all about the food! Okay, maybe not all about the food, but a good amount! You focus on food from the moment you first learning about the post-op diet and the diet you will follow for the rest of your life. You learn about portions, about which foods you should and should not eat, and about hunger, fullness, head hunger. Your diet post-op is far different than what you may have eaten in the years leading up to surgery. You may not have known which foods are right to eat. Maybe you did not know that Protein can be satisfying, or the exact size of a proper portion, or that you were doing yourself more damage than eating fried chicken or pizza when y…

We try to do one special meal once per payday. My sweetie hit a home run! That is a bacon wrapped filet mignon and butterflied shrimp stuffed with cream cheese, lime juice, rosemary and then wrapped in bacon. Unfortunately 3 bites of steak was all that I could handle but those shrimp, oh those shrimp! Ahhh, happy fat man indeed! ????

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I'll share mine, I walk through the store in a loop, so I am just going to start where I start. Lemons Cottage cheese Cream Cheese Heavy Cream eggs Almond Meal Unsweetened Almond Mlk Unsweetened Coconut Shreds Frozen Shrimp Stir Fry Frozen Riced Cauliflower (it is always sold out, like finding gold at the end of the rainbow if you can get it) sugar free Chocolated Covered Almonds Bison Burgers Grass Fed Beef Turkey Burgers Pink Himalayan salt Olive oil Ghee Almond Butter Fiji Water What is on yours?

I was at a local restaurant today and apparently, they had one chocolate cookie left (I hadn't noticed). They offered me the cookie and my first response was "no thank you". No thought, no desire, no regret...before WLS that would NEVER have happened.

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We currently sell one-dimensional Livliga portion plates as well as the portion8 plate in the BariatricPal Store. The LivLiga dinnerware is great to use at home as a replacement for regular dinnerware. We receive quite a bit of positive feedback as well as quite a few complaints about the Portion8 plates. Our customers feel they're a bit flimsy and they're not watertight, which causes liquids to leak from them. We're thinking about designing our own leak-proof, microwave safe, dishwasher safe, freezable and BPA-Free portion controlled lunch or bento box. Something you can use at home or take to work that will offer a tangible demonstration of how much food we as WLS pat…

We've had many members reach out to us over the last few months that they were disappointed that we stopped carrying Quest protein bars. We're happy to announce that we've decided to add them back to the BariatricPal Store. We carry every flavor, including the new Blueberry Muffin Protein Bar and Oatmeal Chocolate Chip bars! We will also start carrying all 7 flavors of their Protein powder tubs within 7-10 days.

As the seasons change, so can your tastes, along with what you see at the supermarket. Now that it is fall, what recipes and foods do you depend on? Strangely enough, one of my fall favorites is a fruit: apples. They’re not all that glamorous, but they are always welcome. Yes, I miss the abundance of summer fruit in the stores, but crisp apples in the fall taste good on their own, with Peanut Butter, in Cereal and oatmeal…and you can’t beat stewed apples with cinnamon for a healthy dessert. Then there is winter squash and pumpkin – starchy, yes, but so satisfying for the number of calories. They are also packed with Fiber and potassium and Vitamin A, so it’s hard to f…

If you are like most weight loss surgery patients, you plan your food. A lot. You try to know what you will be eating in the next few days, especially when things are pretty routine. Even if you do not formally log your food or write down menus, you probably spend a lot of time thinking about food, and have a good idea of what you’ll be eating in a day. …Except when something goes wrong. There is always that time when you need to stay late at work, or you need to run out the door to pick up a child and you forget to bring your snack, or you are so gung-ho about your workout that you bring your Water and running shoes, but not your Protein shake. What do you do? Shar…

We did a version of the ricotta bake tonight. I'm not a big fan of marinara so instead we used classical light Alfredo sauce. We also added imitation crab and portobello mushrooms. Pretty darn good stuff!

I WAS TOLD TO WATCH CLIPS ON YOU TUBE TO PREPARE ME FOR THE VSG THAT I WOULD HAVE. I DID NOT SEE A SINGLE YOU TUBE CLIP THAT MENTIONED BOWEL INCONTINENCE. 6 DAYS AFTER I WAS DISCHARGED AFTER MY OP, I HAD TO BE RE-ADMITTED FOR FAINTING AND DEHYDRATION CAUSED BY DIARRHEA. 1 MONTH CONSULTATION, I WAS TOLD THAT IF IT HAS NOT IMPROVED MY SURGEON WOULD CONVERT IT TO R&Y BYPASS. I HAVE TO WING IT FOR NOW EXPERIMENTING WITH food UNTIL THEN. USING 4-6 DIAPERS A DAY. I AM SO EMBARRASSED THAT I NO LONGER LEAVE MY ROOM AS IT HAS A ON SUITE BATHROOM. IS EVERYONE THAT SUFERS WITH THIS TOO ASHAMED TO TALK ABOUT THIS, OR AM I THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS THIS PROBLEM?

I asked my beautiful wife to make me chicken cordon bleu for dinner tonight and boy did she come through! I had an idea to use pulverized wasa crackers as breading and Greek yogurt and shrooms as the basis of a sauce. Damn good stuff!

Here's a BariatricPal Store food and Vitamin haul - 2yrs post-op Gastric Bypass Surgery review video by YouTuber Mellie May.

Brussels Sprouts (instead of fries) with my lunch.

Me too. I mean REALLY bad. Since the mid 80's. (I LOVED TAB!!!) It was the thing I would end up having the hardest time reconciling myself to- being without it. And then the moment! We have a SodaStream at home, and one of the flavors is Diet Coke. It's just the syrup. When trying to "get off" the Diet Coke habit, I would take a glass of cold Water, add in a little bit of the syrup, and voila! Had a Diet Coke taste fix! Eventually, I weaned it down to a few drops until it was pointless to even put it in there. But it helped. A lot. I will- on occasion- have a Diet Coke. Can't consume a lot, maybe 4-5 sips, but it's a treat, and I consider it as such. For …

Well, today I have a thousand and one errands to run, and I've been out for 4 hours already. Huge mistake? Didn't pack anything for breakfast! Seriously, what was I thinking? I'm sitting in my car, in a McDonalds parking lot as I type this. My stomach was literally in pain (that is what hunger feels like to me now) and that is ALWAYS a bad sign, because once that happens, it seems to stay painful all day, even after I feed it. And feeding it when it feels this way hurts, too. That's my reality. There is NOTHING around for me to get a healthy option- and my tummy is very Picky... Soooo. Drive through it was. Ordered the single, small sausage Breakfast burrito. …

I picked up some squash this weekend from a local farmer's market. I cooked a large Cousa squash tonight, it was the size of an elongated football. It had an awesome flavor. Does anyone have any idea how many calories this type of squash has? I checked MyFitnessPal, but didn't find this particular type of squash listed. I also bought a Delicata squash. Does anyone have an idea on how to cook this?

They basically have the same macros as 3 oreo Cookies. Almost no Fiber, lots of sugar and just pure carbs. Fruits that are low carb Less than 5 Net carbs (subtract the fiber) 1/2 cup of raw strawberries (3.3 net carbs) 1/2 cup of raw raspberries (4.2 net carbs) 1/2 of a medium peach (4.3 net carbs) 5 whole sweet cherries (5.1 net carbs) 1/2 of a kiwi fruit (4.3 net carbs) 1 medium apricot (3.2 net carbs) 1/2 medium Haas avocado (3.7 net carbs) Less than 10 net carbs 1 cup of raw strawberries (6.6 net carbs) 1 cup of raw raspberries (8.4 net carbs) 1/2 cup of raw blueberries (8.6 net carbs) 1/2 cup of raw boysenberries (8.0 net carbs) 1/2 cup of blackberries (5.…

Whether or not we like to admit it, I think we all have guilty pleasures. They make life worth living! Maybe it’s binge-watching a series on Netflix, or sneaking that forbidden (if you’re a WLS patient) bottle of beer and a buffalo wing on Sunday afternoons while watching the football game with friends, or leaving dirty dishes in the sink all weekend until you get to them Sunday night. Maybe you even like displaying a little bit of passive-aggressive road rage by driving slowly when you can tell that the driver behind you is getting impatient. So what is your biggest guilty pleasure? If it has to do with food, how do you balance it with your weight loss surgery diet and…

I have the smoker going with a pork loin at the moment. After that is my sweeties salmon. After my hack job massacre of filleting it. There was enough clean up on the carcass to make a salmon spread. I cooked the salmon in lemon and let it cool. Later I adied dill relish, Greek yogurt and old bay seasoning. I took some and put it on cheddar cheese. Pretty darn tasty!

There will still be some hot days this year, but the weather is changing. The cooler days and chilly evenings can trigger cravings for comforting, hearty food, but it does not need to come at the expense of your weight loss surgery diet. Soups, stew, and chili can be healthy and filling comfort foods. You can make big batches ahead of time and store the extras. I also like them because they are super flexible; you can change the recipe to make them with almost any ingredients you have on hand. I like them all, but I think stews are my favorite. They are less watery than Soup, and more comforting to me than chili. I like just a simple stew with leftover cooked chicken, …

Hi, everyone! I am getting to the point where I will be able to start incorporating Protein bars. I am interested in trying the Quest bars that I have heard so many people rave about. But as convenient as Protein Bars will be, I am concerned that they might trigger my desire for sweets. Has anyone had an issue with this? Before being sleeved, I had to stay away from "bars" of any kind because they were a gateway to sugar-fueled binges ... but things ARE different now. I am not hungry/having cravings, and I know the Quest bars have very little sugar. I also have a much different view of my health and my responsibility to it, of course, so maybe I am overthinking this. …

Thought I would share this article I came across. It's well-thought out, succinct and well-cited. (protein) food for thought.... http://www.muscleforlife.com/the-truth-about-protein-absorption-how-often-you-should-eat-protein-to-build-muscle/ Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

This is a question mainly for post-op patients who are up to eating solid foods again after surgery, but anyone can weigh in! I am wondering about eating versus drinking your calories and nutrients. When it comes to Protein, do you prefer to chow down on foods such as chicken, fish, yogurt, cheese, and Protein Bars? Or do you opt for protein shakes and powders? If you are still using shakes and powders, is it because using them is the only way you can hit your protein goals, or because they are more convenient, or simply because you like them more? With fruits and vegetables, do you throw them into smoothies and shakes and/or juice them? Or do you eat them whole? And …

dinner is served- zucchini frites coated in Parmesan, almond flour and seasonings, stayed with olive oil and baked Boneless chicken thigh stuffed with ricotta cheese , crusted with a light Panko, almond flour and- get this- unflavored Protein powder. Nectarines sautéed with paprika, salt and pepper and grapefruit balsamic. 30 min prep. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi all, I couldn't find anything on this via search but I'd like to know about your favorite food storage containers. I am looking for something that's dishwasher safe and last reasonably well. We have some but it seems like the lids warp so fast plus they are all SO BIG! Thanks very much for your recommendations.

I spent some time on the smoker and grill! Blackberry bbq chicken boobies, smoked bacon wrapped mushroom and parsley stuffed chicken thighs. We had a bunch of family and friends over. They enjoyed. Not pictured was a nice salad that was on the table. Those mashed potatoes? They aren't potatoes, that is mashed cauliflower. My mother in law always peels her potatoes. We grabbed the skins and cut them up into the cauliflower mash. Nobody knew until we told at the end.

Hello, my name is Cassie and I am a member of this website. Tomorrow will mark my 15 post-op anniversary and I have a question I have been anxiously trying to find answers for and have been unsuccessful in my search. I am hoping you can provide me with some answers. I was sent home from the hospital with a large booklet containing all I need to know about my operation, and everything to expect afterwards. Ideas, rules, charts etc. and I can't find anything in there. I am looking for what the RECOMMENDED grams of carbs and sugars that I can safely have each day. I have no idea what those numbers are, and I feel it's very important in continuing the process. I am 123 lbs. d…

Found this awesome site for those of you who eat and grill and cook meat https://meatdorks.com A bit of info I copied from their site- WHO WE ARE Meat Dorks is a group of farmers, butchers, and cutting facilities that have come together to share our passion for the craft and to deliver great products in a way that is consistent and convenient. We don’t use antibiotics, hormones, or GMO feed and everything we use to ship is 100% recyclable. WHY MEAT DORKS Not every grassfed product is created equal. Great grassfed beef requires excellent genetics, great grass, and a great environment. You also have to dry age the whole animal to maximize the flavor of each cu…

Dang buttons. Should read KETOgenic. Anyway, Found this great infographic thought I'd share. Printed mine up and just taped it to the inside of my cabinet as a reference chart. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yeah, I know, not exactly an easy thing to ask for BUT I'm having a group of friends over who are past bariatric patients, all in maintenance and I want to prepare something sweet for them- like little shooter Desserts, that are bariatric friendly. My other option is to whip up some homemade whipped cream and add a small dollop. I'm looking to make things pretty- not calorie/fat laden. Any suggestions? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

While searching Pinterest just now, I ran into this- How cool is that for meal prep???? Just pack your salad, etc in mason jars, seal and put in fridge. Leave a little room on top if you use dressing to shake. Strategically layering is the key- dressing and "wet" things on the bottom. Then layer away! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So, yeah sometimes you will eat at McDonald's or whatever equilalent of McD's that you prefer... What to order?? OMG the choices!!! For me I have 3 standby choices... 6 piece nugget meal ... with Coke Zero... i eat 3 nuggets and exactly 6 fries... the rest of the nuggets become another meal and the rest of the fries go to my neighbor's pregnant dog, cuz let's face it, reheated fries are so very nasty and not worth the calories... and the dog, well she really appreciates my dieting efforts ... And YES i drink Coke Zero.. yes it is carbonated... no I haven't died from it yet.... i sip it slowly and burp when i need to very easy.... oh, and if i'm feeling virt…