Food and Nutrition

Does anyone have a good miso soup recipe?

I’m 7 weeks post op on a revision and on soft foods. Having a hard time figuring out what to eat, especially as I return to the office and work. What are your go to foods/meals in this phase?

I’m 7 weeks post op on a revision and on soft foods. Having a hard time figuring out what to eat, especially as I return to the office and work. What are your go to foods/meals in this phase?

Over the past year, I have truly enjoyed BariatricPal Ready To Shake Instant 15g Protein Drink. They have assisted me with my 75lb weight loss. My question is why are there sometimes clumps of powder in my shakes? I insist that I am doing the same prep every time but not every shake comes out clump free. Anyone have any suggestions?

Looking to get away from MyFitnessPal to a different app. All their nice features are premium and paying $20 a month to be able to scan a barcode is ridiculous.

I'm suffering from constipation, and some time I get a headache and illness. There was also abdominal pain. Could you please tell me what's causing this and how I can get some relief?

Hi All! I am an absolute sucker for pasta. I am wondering if anyone has tried Konjac Noodles with the Gastric Balloon, and if it caused any intestinal upset with eating these? Am I best just sticking with Zucchini noodles? Thanks!

I get they can eat what I make that is good for me, but that's not always going to be the case. I cannot expect them to be on the same eating plan as me (not portion sizes). I don't want to cook 2 separate meals to accommodate my family. What does this look like for you and your family?

So!!! My fellow coffee lovers! Question…what are some alternatives that we can have? for those that had gastric sleeve? Im a huge Starbucks and Dunkin Donut freak! And I’ve been wanting some coffee? I’ve been told after a week you can have some (in portion of course) and I known you still gotta intake your water. And also I heard to avoid whole milk? Anyone have any advice? I’m about to hit a month since my surgery!:)

4oz coconut milk 4oz 1% milk or other Cinnamon to taste 1 cap coconut extract 3 equate art sweetener Thicken up drink thickener 2 scoops Chill throughly before drinking One scoop vanilla protine powder Absolutely delicious, I was craving Horchata and came up with this!

Has anyone tried these? They look promising calorie wise but I’m curious if they are any good and how long they keep since I have only found them in bulk size near me.

Its been a month since my gastric sleeve. Is it ok to eat corn tortilla?

I haven’t tried them yet but they look delicious and high protein/ low calorie so I wanted to share before I forget. I will try to remember to update when I make them which will be soon I’m sure. https://pin.it/2SayKWl

There was a recipe I used to make pre-op that I loved. Homemade beef and broccoli. I have been wanting it, so I made a crock pot of it yesterday to have for lunches this week. Well, this is the first time I entered the ingredients and added up calories and WHOA! I was a bit shocked. There really isn't much to it other than BEEF (top round) and BROCCOLI! I mean, in all actuality the calories aren't bad, just more than I eat now for a meal. The random little things added up quick! 340 calories and 28 g protein per serving. I was just a bit shocked that they added up to that! Next time I will try to tweak the recipe to get it a little lighter and see how it ta…

Hi! I am newly endo-sleeved and moving towards solids now. I was told to stay sugar free, but I truly cannot tolerate artificial sweeteners (including stevia). I don’t have a huge sweet tooth in general, more of a savory eater, but I am wondering if the occasional “real” sugar will harm me that much. In theory, I know sugar is considered an empty calorie, but if I am staying in a significant deficit, wouldn’t that be sufficient? Backstory, I only have about 30lb to lose from start to finish, and mainly wanted the procedure to change my relationship with food (especially portion control) and improve my wellbeing and fitness. Any advice would be much appreciated. Thank …

Hey guys, im about 9 days post op VSG. Surgery date was 6/28/22. Ive been on the soft liquids for about a week now, and have lost 25 pounds already. I know its recommended to wait two weeks before moving onto soft foods, but literally all i want is just a little bit, even a small soft food meal like some canned tuna to satisfy my urge to have something besides liquids. Is it alright to have even just a small soft meal to satisfy myself or is it too early? This stage is getting to my head a little bit but otherwise i honestly feel great. I've been going exactly by the book so far.

I've used the Carb Manager app in the past to track my nutrition and linked it to my fitbit. However, their nutrition info on a lot of things were off. It was annoying always correcting it or creating my own for simple things. I tried the Baritastic app the last few days but I don't like how you can only create recipes using servings sizes instead of actual weight. (Example: I cook Soup for me and my family and it equals 65 ounces of food. I eat 20 ounces. It will calculate the nutrition info of exactly what I ate instead of guessing serving sizes especially since I cook for 6 people.) I am pre-op still (surgery in Nov.) but want to find a reliable, easy to use, accura…

I will be 2 years post op VSG in 1 month. About how much of this should I be able to eat? 3oz of cod, 2 pierogies(2.3 oz total), and mixed veggies(1.4 oz total, mushroom, peppers, broccoli, Brussel sprouts). I didn't eat all of it, but I did eat most of it. I feel like I shouldn't be able to eat this much food? But I'm not really sure to be honest. I Def probably could have ate less of this meal as well.

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My surgery is in 6 days. I'm going to be following Dr. Weiner's diet after surgery. Because of some other health issues, I have to avoid certain foods and his philosophy most closely matches how I need to be eating, so it was a good fit for me. I have questions for others who are also following his diet. I bought three of his books, including the recipe book, but I would love to find more recipes and/or tips on how to follow this plan successfully. Were you able to avoid fake sugars in the first stage after surgery? How did you manage your protein intake if you were trying to cut back on/avoid dairy? Also, are there other websites, support groups, forums, etc. w…

Hi all! When did you guys start eating certain foods. Such as beef (like a meatball or hamburger) and hot dogs? Things like deli meats ( maybe a sandwich with lettuce and a tortilla wrap). I’m really interested in moving forward with trying new things but I am so scared to start trying new things.

I have been able to eat more than expected at every given stage since my sleeve so I have to measure my portions still. At one year out I have been eating around one serving of most things. I just made dinner though and those hard taco shells from old El Paso seem pretty big for the serving size to be TWO shells?? I ate one and don’t feel full (but I never do). I am just curious if other sleevers that are over a year out would have more than one?? I guess the amount of meat you get in one shell isn’t much (I didn’t weight it).

Hi everyone I was wondering when did everyone start eating chips post op? I’m really interested in trying the quest chips but nervous. Also when did you guys start cooking with butter and oil?

Hey guys im a little more than three weeks post-op VSG and my 2-4 week post-op diet plan soft foods, including different types of fish (salmon trout, halibut, flounder etc.). But they never specified whether mahi mahi was ok to have so im just curious if anybody has advice as to whether it's flaky enough or too tough to to have at this point. And if so fill me in on some delicious recipes [emoji39] never knew fish tasted so good until now! So mahi mahi is new to me

Not sure if I spelled that right but I just learned today that you can get your sandwich roll basically hollowed out making it much less bready. Apparently most sandwich shops have heard of this. You just ask to have your roll “Canoed”. Just passing it along.

Hello everyone l am 69yrs old and l was wondering if there is anyone else out there at my age have bypass surgery

Has anyone tried these protein doughnuts. I found them on Amazon?? They are pretty expensive, but… does anyone know how they figure out the net carbs? I googled it and it’s something about the sugar alcohol they use being subtracted but I’ve never heard of this.

https://www.eatthis.com/chicken-nachos-recipe/ it’s basically just Nachos but with chicken and black beans so they are a little healthier Than the original. I’m going to try a few with baked tortilla scoops and reduced fat cheese.

I already posted this question on another thread but really need a response for tonight so I will post here too. I used to eat my shellfish with drawn butter but of course that’s out nowadays and last time I had it with melted I can’t believe it’s not butter but it’s just not the same. I am wondering if anyone has a lower calorie buttery seafood sauce that is good on lobster and snow crab legs?? So far I found one online that used I can’t believe it’s not butter, onion, roasted garlic, chicken stock, lemon and seasonings which sounded promising but they roasted the garlic in olive oil which I try to stay away from just cause of the calories. Can I just roast the garlic w…

It's my first-week post-op and I am supposed to be drinking protein shakes but it's too thick for my stomach and I feel sick. What can I do to help this? Or is it a waiting game at this point?

Today, I was reading a list of guidelines regarding supplies that households should keep on hand to survive 3 or more days in case of earthquakes, winter utility outages, etc. One prominent requirement is to have non-perishable foods stocked, for example, but many of the emergency kits seem to be hugely slanted towards pasta. I wonder if anyone here keep an emergency kit stocked, and, if so, what do you stock for your non-perishable bariatric food needs?

I just bought some creamy hazelnut arabica coffee and it doesn’t have any nutrition information on it. It says right on it that it’s artificially flavored though so I would assume it has to have calories in it?? Do they not have to put it on there cause it’s not “food”??

Apparently this is not new but I just seen it at Starbucks in their protein meal so I looked into it a bit and the calories and carbs seem comparable to regular bread but it has 4g protein and 3g fiber in a serving. I don’t have any regular bread to compare but I don’t recall it having protein. Just wondering what others think about it. I had to try it but I only ate half a serving with some hummus and that was more than enough. It’s pretty filling. It tastes delicious.

Can you take bariatric vitamins before your surgery?

I am struggling with the shàme of how much I eat and the kinds of foods I eat. Was it hard in the beginning? I am journal I need to find a way to sleep thru the night so I don't binge eat in middle of the night things like ice cream chips and I am been doing ok I gave up pop been 3 days without pop and I plan on saying no.

Just 80 calories per FOUR tablespoons vs Two tablespoons in the one sold in stores. I used Splenda instead. Six packets so far but It may need more it’s chilling. https://www.slenderkitchen.com/recipe/brownie-batter-chocolate-hummus

Hi, I am had my gastric sleeve done on June 2021. I am very happy with the decision I did and I have lost 80lbs so far! My struggle right now is that I'm getting hungrier and I feel I am gaining weight [emoji852]. I need help! Please let me know of anything I can do to! I don't want to go back to my bad habits and gain weight again!

Hi Everyone!!!! I can't seem to find my list and I know these popsicles were on the list but i can't confirm it. I am looking for something a little sweet and thought this might be a good treat on the list. Do any of you know if we can have Outshine popsicles? They are made with real fruit but seem to have sugar in them as well. Just curious...

I am a week out and was curious if I am able to eat a lemon with some salt or use tajin in my soups.

Can we eat sweet potatoes after having the gastric bypass?

Dear guys I am in a mindestens struggle. I noticed that i arrange my food portions so perfect with probably more veggies as i should eat for my little stomach "to eat healthy". I am so stupid to strech my stomach with that just to eat so clean. I was aware that if i only eat a toast with chicken and egg i would need so much less in gramm and be more satiated for longer than i would just eat that much veggies in my meal. I feel guilty to choose chicken and toast prio than just veggies and chicken. My priority should be to keep my food volume as little as possible. But it is an old weird habit to eat so much veggie.

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I had my surgery on January 5th, I am two weeks postop and am on a full liquid diet. Needing some ideas on stuff to eat, I’ve been doing two bites of yogurt and egg drop soup/tomato soup. I’ve been doing my protein drinks too but need ideas for a variety of foods. Thank you in advance

Hi I've just been on Pintrest and their is loads of recipe and help for weight loss surgery hope this helps some of you its helped me

I'm week 2 post-op and my paperwork says to test cottage cheese. I've never had it before and am worried about the bland taste. What can I add to it for flavor but keep it in a smooth consistency besides fruits? I enjoy savory more than sweet.

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Has anyone out there developed diabetes AFTER surgery? I am 6 years out and not overweight but feel sick after I eat high carb meals. Usually things that contain bread or cereal and milk or yogurt. I feel like I’m in a sugar coma- very sleepy, short of breath, nauseous etc usually 15 minutes after I eat. I started testing my blood sugar and found my sugar was high when I am feeling this way- like well over 200. As I started testing throughout the day, I also see I am having very large deviations from highs to lows. Is anyone else unable to tolerate these foods and has anyone else develop diabetes after surgery when you are not overweight?

Hi guys I’m five days post op and I caved and ate half a cookie. I feel horrible but I’ve kept it down fine and not had any dumping or pain. What does this mean? I can take water a d yogurt and the cookie went down fine.

I have my surgery this Monday and am trying to get everything in the house before I go. I thought Carnation Instant Breakfast was supposed to be sugar free, but all I can find is No Sugar added. Is that what they mean? Thanks! Doc (but I'm not a doctor!)

Anyone know any protein bars similar to premier protein? Especially similar such as 21g protein and 1g of sugar. They are no longer in store or online but I love to have them when I’m craving chocolate, they are so good. I still have no self control after losing 110lbs I know if I eat a candy bar one day I’ll eat them all week so I just avoid them.