Food and Nutrition

Hey everyone. So Tuesday I start the final stage of the diet. I realized this a few days ago, and I don't know exactly how to start. What foods should I start reintroducing? I'm at 248 now. I want to keep losing. Also, question for everyone: Right now, I can barely fit in all the Protein I have to eat. I haven't been eating many vegetables. Is this alright?

Hello all, I figured I'd reach out to you guys here for some food help!! I am running out of things to try and have been eating the same stuff over and over and was wondering if anyone could share their ideas and list of things that are good for gastric patients!! I'm not very good at the nutrition part of this journey and I am not big on cooking and am looking to start cooking more but I am at a stand still as to what's good and what's not!! I'd anyone can assist me I would love that!! Melissa Highest weight - 266 Day of surgery - 253 Dr goal - 175 Current weight - 173

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Called my doctor today because I am getting horrible leg cramps! They are going to do blood work to see if it could be dehydration. I try and drink as much water as I can but it is hard! How does anyone get a lot of water in? I can only do about 4 ounces at a time. I am also too afraid if I over drink that it could stretch my stomach or possibly make me throw up.

At 2 months out, I can eat 2 eggs and 2 slices of bacon. I'm full then. Does that sound like too much? I hope I'm not failing. EDIT: It's turkey bacon!

I have been plagued by very bad constipation since my surgery two months ago. My doctor said to try Miralax. Several doses later and, ahh, sweet relief. However, as soon as I stop taking it the constipation returns. My doctor has said that I can take daily Miralax for life if I need to. Has anyone else been told this by their doctor? I am reluctant use daily, chemical laxative if there are other choices. Daily prunes, high fiber cereal, and plenty of water have not been sufficient to ease my pain. Miralax is very effective but a bit spooky for me to take daily. What is your experience?

I just saw Chris and Heidi Powell post a recipe for Protein Cookies using Protein shake powder as a primary ingredient. Might be an interesting way to use up some of that powder you can't stand drinking anymore, or just a different way to meet those protein goals. http://heidipowell.net/2790/cinnacocoa-frosted-protein-cookies/

I would like to start a food log. I'd like to be a step ahead of my WLS clinic before I seem them, and show them I have lost weight because I am keeping a food log. I had to do a log when I was initially banded, three small meals, two snacks and a safe dessert if I was good that day. My NUT had me follow the South Beach diet, it SUCKED. Assuming my diet will be different than the South Beach, what kinds of food do RNYer's eat? Is there a list of do's and don'ts? Tell me or show me what you do.

Does anyone have a picture of what a normal portion size is and what a sleever eats? I'm wondering how much smaller are our meals versus an actual portion size.

I'm a about a month away from surgery and planning out meals (if you can call liquids a meal ). I'm thinking I should probably upgrade my GE personal blender. Does anyone own the Ninja or the Nutra Bullet? I'm leaning towards the Ninja but I'd like to hear from folks who already use them. Thanks in advance!

I had RNY on 6/26/13 and had emergency surgery 8/2/13. I have had nothing but complications since my RNY on 6/26. I am currently on TPN and don't know of anyone who has been in my shoes or is going through the same thing. Any reply will be greatly appreciated♥

Found this and thought ya'll (yes I am from the south) might find it useful. Protein Pow

Has anyone made this? What's the consistency after it is baked?

I ordered 4 boxes and the code GIVEMEMORE (must be in CAPS) worked. They also have $1.00 flat rate shipping. If you're a GNC member there is an additional discount. With that and the code I got each box for $18.89.

I am 3 weeks in and it is good so far

I really need some ideas. I've mostly been eating low fat cottage cheese with a slice of deli turkey chopped in. Otherwise it's still soups and cream of wheat. I need variety! Any suggestions are appreciated!

I'm about 6 weeks out from surgery so I've been teeing out protein powders. So far, only tried Unjury and I get a little nausea with them. I've done medifast in the past and I used to get a little nausea with those shakes too. Is it possible whatever protein is in these doesn't sit well? I'm guessing it is whey protein, right?

Hey Sleevers!!! I'm on day 2 of mushy. Feeing terrible and confused. Nothing I've tried taste good to me and I'm afraid to try most things. What are you guys eating on the mushy phase?!?! Sent from my iPhone using VST

I am nearly 5 weeks post op! Seriously fed up with crackers an soup (nothing seems to stay down) I need some meal ideas pls someone rescue me

I'm a person who need variety and I have a feeling that if I do want to eat after surgery ill get bored eating the same things. Could you offer some advice on what your favorite things to eat were? So far I've bought: sugar free jello/pudding , several flavors of protein including unflavored, applesauce pouches, and mashed potatoes. I'm trying to think of some soft foods/liquids that will be healthy! As of now I don't really want to live on jello and pudding! Lol. Any input would help! And my surgery is September 16th!

I do miss the carbs but I would really love a nice big salad with lots of veggies, Beans, etc. How long before you could have lettuce and raw veggies? Do you find that others who are trying to be helpful think that you can eat salads?

What foods can't you have again after the sleeve? I've heard grapes because of the skins. What other and why please.

I am on a 'regular' food diet now. And idk what to eat. Breakfast is so hard for me. I eat the same things all the time. What is everyone eating around this stage?

Hey there! I'm so happy I found this forum I'm a new sleevee (4 days post op), got released from the hospital yesterday. Ofcourse me being me, I did not do my homework properly before surgery , so now I'm confused about Vitamin / Protein intake. I was instructed by the hospital staff to only take 2 suckable Centrum tablets a day and thats pretty much it. What kind of other Vitamins should I concentrate on? I'm especially worried about hair loss, any special vitamins for that? What about protein powders? How much should I take? Which brands work best? Can I even take Protein powder 4 days post op? I was told I need to drink as much protein as I can. Problem w…

So before surgery I was a huge strawberry limeade slush fan!! HUGE FAN!! Today my husband came home so excited because he discovered they have a low caloried diet limeade. 0 sugar, 0 cals. Has anyone tried this?? I am soooo very tempted.. [ATTACH]18729[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]18730[/ATTACH]

I have been exercising more than I ever had and I am feeling very weak/tired. And was hoping to talk to someone on how to put a better plan together for me. Has anyone ever worked with a nutritionist? How do I hire one (I would love to find one that knows about our surgery)? And how much do they cost? Thanks

I was wondering how many calories you are all getting each day? I'm currently three weeks post op and have just started solids like lean meats and low fat cheeses. I'm averaging about 700-800 calories a day and 80 grams of protein. I don't know if that is too many calories? I have looked online a lot and people either say that is too much or that any less than that and your body goes into starvation mode. I feel a little lost as to how many calories I should be getting. A little background, I am a Lapband to Sleeve revision. I was 290 when banded, lost 70 lbs, then gained 80. I was back to 290 when I was sleeved so I basically feel like I am starting from the beginning…

So im post op sleeve gastrectomy 1yr and want another baby but am terifed of gaining any weight apart from the 10kgs baby how much should I gain if any ?And will it just fall off post birth as the same before pre pregnancy?

Hey Everyone I am 6 weeks post op today and down 47lbs from my Highest Weight, I have been having iced coffee from my Keurig the 'Green Mountian' French Vanilla with Sugar Free Sweet Creamer about twice a week... is coffee really that bad? I dont feel sick or any pain sipping on it. I actally look forward to it as a little treat. Any Veteran Sleevers know any long term issues with some iced coffee here and there?

I juiced an apple then added water. Anyone else done juice? So tired of flavored water packets.

For the folks tracking carbs, do you count all carbs, or just the "net" carbs (subtracting fiber, etc)? What works for you?

ARG! 1st I'm irritated that there are people with the sleeve who can have pizza, eggs, cereal(with liquid not dry) and don't feel sick when eating most food. I'm 7 months out and there are a lot of foods that don't agree with me...ALOT. I was so unbelievably hungry today and every single meal or snack ended in disaster today. I was out in the world, instead of at home, and realized that every single restaurant around didn't have any non fried, fresh food that wasn't a salad (lettuce and all its friends hate me in a vicious kind of way) and wasn't just a piece of grilled chicken. I just broke down and cried. My husband felt bad cause he knows how much I struggle and …

Okay this may be completely stupid but if I am eating shaved ice, post op of corse, is a cup of ice the same as a cup of water! If we're only supposed to take small sips is it okay to have a bite of ice? I love ice, eat it all the time.

Have any of you tried this? It has a good balance of Protein, complex carb and some good fats. This particular variety came from costco. Here it is as part of my lunch today: Here are some nutritional stats on it: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/calories/costco-cedarlane-quinoa-tabouli-75431816 I just do not like that the sodium is so high (probably mostly to preserve rather than flavor). Keep in mind that nut stats are for 1/2 cup. I have about 1.5 tbsp on my plate. It does not look hard to make from scratch. I am sure some of you chef inclined folks could make this fairly easily. chicken on plate is about 3 ounces and is sort of prepared like satay witho…

I'm here visiting my family and have just discovered crystal light. I'm having trouble drinking Water and need flavoring. So I added a sachet of it to a glass of water. But it was way too sweet and strong. So I'm going to experiment. But what other food/drink products that are bariatric friendly.

Is it okay to eat peanut butter? I don't care for my nutritionist she's very vague.

found some awesome healthy, high Protein recipes on this site. if you arent australian, i'm not, google will do the conversions for you. http://www.thehealthychef.com/category/recipes/ excited cause my H is gluten free, and there are a bunch of GF/paleo recipes too.

I had no idea 1% milk had so much sugar. Been drinking it since I got home from the hospital. [ATTACH]5017[/ATTACH]

Today I had apple.juice because I have been craving something other than aspartame. I diluted it 50/50 and it was gross. I usually like my drinks where down so I dont think that was the problem. I also took a bite of my sons fries (naughty me, whatever) and that was gross too. As matter of fact I don't like the taste of anything. What's wrong with me? Everything has the same bland taste. It makes me sick to my stomach.

Im 1.5 months post-op and wondering if you can eat popcorn at this point????

Peeps plz explain what the pouch test is ?

So when you have to do fast food what choices do you make? I decided on subway turkey on wheat today. I only ate a quarter of the bread along with the turkey and veggies. Boring....

Does anyone else get bored with something after eating it just once. I'm three weeks post op and already tired of everything. When I think of eating something I've already had I get so nauseated.

Hi everyone, I keep hearing about smoothie king gladiators and I was just wondering what your opinions are. I'm sorry if this thread already exists!! For those who don't know about gladiators...they are a low carb Protein mix at smoothie king! Only 1 carb, 0 fat, 0 sugar, 180 calories and 45 protein! http://www.smoothiek...etail.php?id=74 I need a change in my diet and I am disappointed with my current Protein powder. I've been craving lots of fruits. It says it can be used with fruit juice or natural fruit. I was going to do natural fruit - or is it not worth it because of added carbs/sugar? I eat berries daily and sometimes peaches and had no problem. I am still los…

Not that it's a big deal but I was wondering if I'd ever be able to have cake or sweets again. Im getting married and it would be a shame not to be able to have a piece of wedding cake.

Im 2 weeks in and have 2 more weeks of a liquid diet. I dont know if I can do 2 more weeks of tomato soup. Im sick of cream of ---- soups too. I NEED something different. At 4 weeks I can have eggs n tuna... ugh

I'm one month post op and developed this. Had anyone had a similar experience? I was told to try vegan foods, but besides my veggie burgers I'm not sure how else to get protein now.

I wonder if you are able to meet your protein, fluid, and supplement needs without obsessing,.craving, and logging all intake as time goes by? My hope is that I won't wake up thinking of food, be driven by my cravings and appetite, and won't feel that I have to eat what I see on TV (right now!) Has your gastric sleeve, even after the honeymoon period, allowed you to put food in it's proper perspective? Does the diet after surgery ever become...well...routine? Thanks...I am so tired of being ruled by food and wonder if this is a way to end that lifelong struggle.

I want some fat free french onion dip and chips soooo badly. Any suggestions?

So for the first time since surgery..I had some chicken nuggets. Got a 4 piece from McDonalds. How many nuggets can you eat like this? Silly question ..I know