Food and Nutrition

Hi , am a new member and it has been 3 months since my surgery I lost almost 52 Ib , I was doing really okay but recently I got some personal problems that affected my appetite and i wasn't really paying attention and mainly drinking more than eating and since then when i actually started eating I have been vomiting more often than the usual I believe it's a matter of constancy , I was wondering if anyone can tell me what are the best thing to eat that will not make me vomit and can give me the nutritions and Vitamin needed. As my body is really affected from lack of nutritions . Thanks

Sure, protein shakes and coffee, but what else?

Ok... so I was cleaning out my files and found some of the ridiculous diets I've done in the past. For fun, let's list all the fad diets we've tried in past (of which some did work, but we gained all the weight back as soon as we were off of it). Wow, can't believe I actually thought some of these were good ideas:) These don't even count the popular ones like HCG, Atkins, South Beach, etc. Here goes: Grapefruit diet Miracle Soup diet (i.e. cabbage soup diet) Sacret Heart Hospital Diet for Overweight Heart Patients (summary: 7 day diet in which you ate specific foods - Day 1 - all fruits, except bananas; Day 2 - all veggies, no starches; Day 3 - eat day 1 and d…

Ok, I've been using unflavored Isopure in my shakes and added to food. But I've discovered unflavored does not equate to flavorless. Lol. It def has a strange flavor, but its not completely noticeable (to me) in stronger flavored foods (ex: Greek yogurt, chicken salad, or even my shakes). But I just added it to applesauce and tasted nothing but the Protein powder. It also taste strange with Beans. ... It's not completely disgusting, but it does change the taste of food. Do y'all have any recommendations for an unflavored Protein powder with a less noticeable taste??

I am only 10 days out and am already eating soft scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes, cottage cheese, and crab meat. I told my NUT when I went for my chekup the other day. The surgeon was really shocked when I got out of surgery and was able to drink my liquids right away and craved more. I have healed really well. I am trying not to go fast with my healing process but these foods are not causing me any discomfort and go down well. I have always been able to keep my fluids down since after surgery and have not had any visits to the porcline god to throw-up at all. I have always had regular bowel movements since day 3 and am urinating normally. I am taking all of my vit…

Post-op I've continued to track my caloric intake with MyFitnessPal, primarily because I need to track my Protein so that I can ensure I'm meeting the 70g/day minimum my NUT set for me. I'm still giggling each night when I "complete" the day's entry - MFP tells me each night: *Based on your total calories consumed for today, you are eating too few calories. Not only is it difficult to receive adequate nutrition at these calorie levels, but you could also be putting your body into starvation mode. Starvation mode lowers your metabolism and makes weight loss more difficult. We suggest increasing your calorie consumption to 1200 calories per day minimum. Sorry MFP - it'…

I bought a Magic Bullet yesterday at Costo ($47.92 tax inc.). Does anyone here have one? Is it useful? Easy to clean? I thought it was cool because you can blend stuff and even microwave in the same container. It will crush ice and fruits and veggies for smoothies and protein drinks. It came with several different size Mugs, and smaller containers for condiments, etc. I just would like some reviews before I use it. Thanks

Does anyone know if the kirkland brand calcium chews at Costco are calcium citrate or carbonate? I have read through several threads trying to get an answer to this question and keep hearing different things, some say yes some say no. I was going to order from bariatric advantage but thought I might save some money at costco.

Love these... Just thought I would share. They are a great chip made from beans! Some will enjoy some may not. But I love them! I can tolerate just about 5 chips with salsa home made. www.beanitos.com SW 267, May 16th 2013 CW 224, July 4th 2013 )

Any of you try this re-feed nighttime Protein powder from GNC? It is new. I went into GNC last week ( I know, first mistake), looking to refill my night time casein supply from optimum (gold standard double chocolate, yummy). Normally I go to Vitamin shoppe for my needs, but I was short on time and GNC was closer. The GNC clerk suggested this brand because they do not carry the gold standard. I do not like interacting very much with the GNC because they have very little actual knowledge about the chemistry and physiology attributes of the supplements. The Vitamin Shoppe clerks are very different in this regard and I can have decent conversations with them. Anyways…

Is this normal ? It's only everytime I stand up from sitting or get up. I feel like passing out. I'm on cymbalta but Dr said should have plenty of intestine to absorb it all. Wondering what the cause is. Any ideas?

Just got home after being in ER. I passed out at home,and fell on tile flooring,got lip and head lacerations. My diagnosis was dehydration, low blood sugar and urinary track infection.. I am so light headed i can't move my head fast. I do start on pureed diet at noon tomorrow.

Hey Guys, Did most of you guys wait untii the surgeon told you to start your diet or did some of you begin the pre-op diet on your own. Also what seems to be the best Protein shakes, or does everyone use powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury? Please know your comments are so appreciated. Thanks, OldskoolHeart

Sorry if this has been posted before but I can't find it anywhere. Is it ok to have low carb cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory? I am 4 weeks out and am on mushy foods. I am dying for something sweet!

Today marks my two week post op and I have not been able to drink my protein shakes or my broth. They both cause me nausea. So, since the day of my op, I've only been able to have water, Chrystal Light and SF Popsicles. Is this normal?

I was wondering if I could get some ideas of what everyone ate in the puréed stage of the diet! My WLS requires 4 weeks of the puréed stage!! Surgery is only a little over a month away, just trying to get prepared....thanks!!! Kim

I am not a big yogurt fan, but it's obviously become a staple in my life this last month. I am allowed smooth, no lump, greek yogurt as part of my full liquid phase so I've obviously been stuck with vanilla 75% of the time. I've been eating Dannon Fit and Light, Greek, Double Protein at 80 calories and 12 grams of protein. The other day, while stocking up at Walmart, I found the new Dannon Blends line. It includes Orange Cream, Key Lime, Coconut Vanilla, and banana Cream. I have had all of them but the Orange and they are delicious. I am not a huge coconut fan (I'm a liker not a lover) and it's subtle but good. This line isn't overly sweet and you can't really tas…

Has this ever happened to anyone else? I'm not sure what exactly this could mean, but I get small bumps, not hives, after eating certain things and they itch like crazy. I don't have allergies though... Anyone?

I am 3 weeks out and dont really know where my calories and carbs shld be at! HELP!!!!

Hi, I've not been sleeved yet, still hoop jumpn. Ive been reading so many threads and forums just to make sure that my decision is not a bad one. Let me see how to put this. Do any of u post ops feel like you're still dieting? Except this time since the surgery is irreversible, you have no choice but to maintain it? For example, I've read for the mist part that its really a lifestyle change agaii bad eating habits, learning to make better choices, nd I totally agree nd accept that, but there are people who are complaining of stalls and not losing weight anymore that they've started doing a 5:2 diet, I think that's the name of it. Since I'm not familiar w it, I won't s…

I see this referenced on some threads but no explanation. Can someone share? Sent from my iPad: Sleeved 4/24/2013 by Dr. Farrell @ UNC Hospital---Started: 239lbs--Goal: 150lbs--Current: 200.9 lbs

I'm almost 4 weeks post-op and craving tomatoes. When can I have them? If I took the skin off, I could make it a mushy food, but then I worry about the seeds. Guidance anyone? I have been eating tomato Soup for several weeks, so not so concerned about the acid in the tomatoes.

...do you worry about adding too many carbs by putting fresh (or frozen) fruits into the mix? One of my colleagues, who is a pretty health-conscious gal, was admiring my bright green smoothie Breakfast this morning. When I told her what was in it, she seemed concerned. I asked her what was wrong, and she asked me, "aren't you worried that you're taking in an awful lot of carbs in that smoothie?" I'm still pre-op, but trying to make healthy choices for my last 13 days with a whole stomach. Should I be worried that my smoothies have too many carbs, since I'm trying to eat a low-carb, healthy diet? I don't want to sabotage myself; and post-op, will it still be someth…

I was wanting to try fresh tomatoes and fresh mozzarella with basil. If i skinned it it should be fine. I am able to eat different foods at 3 weeks post op but leary

Yummy but casein Protein vs whey isolate. Anyone know the disadvantage to casein vs whey isolate. They are so good! Almost too good to be true...especially if you are a coffee drinker. Sent from my iPad: Sleeved 4/24/2013 by Dr. Farrell @ UNC Hospital---Started: 239lbs--Goal: 150lbs--Current: 200.9 lbs

I don't know what is wrong, or I this emotional eating happens after the sleeve .. I have eaten All day - I never have felt like this before with my sleeve ... And I have been stretching out the food all day long - I guess that is why I have been able to fit it in my belly. I am already down 40+ pounds and have been doing great .. Is it because I ate some candy early on today and it set me up on a downside spiral ? Is it because my whole family left yesterday on vacation and I has to stay home to run our family business ? I don't know what is going on with me, I am so scared that this won't stop ! I ate 1500 Calories and excercised about 300 calories off of that so I nett…

I'm going shopping tomorrow and want to know what your staples are? I wanna try new things and come up w an ongoing list. Thanks!

Ok I really like beer, can I never have it again?Surgery is July 29th

Someone mentioned the brand name Walden Farms...It supposedly has no calories and no carbs, fat, etc...How can this be??..anyone familiar with this brand and how it works..She said it tastes really good except the peanut butter..I cant wrap my brain around this..I did look it up and what she said is true...would like some more opinions before I go out and buy it...thanks for any feedback.

I asked my nutritionist how many carbs a day I should have. At 1300 calories (6months post op) she told me 130 carbs. That just seems way too much. Wondering how it compares to others.

Ok, so I had my surgery June 3rd. Did very well the first two weeks but since then I haven't lost anything. At first I was only eating three times a day and I wasn't able to get but 300-400 cals in. (Including protein shakes) I started eating four to five times a day to get in at least 800 cals and I'm walking on the treadmill 30 mins a day. Still no weight loss!! What am I doing wrong? So frustrated!! Any suggestions are appreciated!!

I keep reading different opinions on whether or not to use full, low, or fat free...i hear if you choose low fat or fat free they just add more carbs to make up for it...i have found this to be true when i look at the lables...so what to do?? anyone with more information please tell me what to do...I want to make all the right decisions, but when there is so many conflicting reports, it is so confusing...ty

Hi all! I am about 6 weeks out.. Sleeved 5/15 and I have noticed I am totally Protein paranoid! I will eat meats- mostly chicken- and cheeses... Some Protein shakes, but I am so worried about getting enough protein in that I won't touch any other things, really. I know I am being a bit anal, but is anyone else like this? Helen SW: 292 CW: 249

First, I want to say that I am happy with my weight loss so far (23 pounds in 7 weeks), although it is slowing significantly to less than 1 kg (2 lb) per week the last three weeks. Next, I want to say that I understand that there seem to be as many diet plans after the sleeve as there are dietitians. I actually have an appointment with a different dietitian who was recommended to me by a friend who has also had VSG, as a "second opinion" on what my primary dietitian (who works with my surgeon) has told me. When I spoke with this other dietitian on the phone she agreed with me that the diet my current dietitian has me on might not be the best choice for me. My current di…

I was a big coffee drinker before surgery and now after it was hard not having it especially when I wake up @ 2 AM to go to work. I didn't drink any until a month after surgery. I love my coffee and cream and sugar which I know is a bad choice. Any suggestions for me?

I have heartburn all the time! No matter what I eat or drink I get heartburn bad!! I take prescription meds for it and am eating tums like crazy but it just won't go away. Any help appreciated ????

Has anyone found a really good/cool iPhone app they have found useful through this whole process? I am looking for some good apps to help me track my food and also some apps that have beginner work outs. I have a few that I'm loving.... FoodJournal & Ignite are awesome free apps that let you track using pictures! Just wanted to see what else was out there?

Does anyone eat protein bars and if so what are your favorites? Does anyone do Luna bars?

I was sleeved on 6/18 and can't seem to quench my thirst. I sip all day but yet I am still so thirsty. Popsicles help but I just want some water.

I have tried to eat salmon, tuna and chicken from can or pouch, however, each time I'm Choking on them after 3 bites. I don't like the taste of fat free or lite mayo. How can I prepare tuna, salmon or chicken w/o choking? any suggestions?

An anyone else eat tons of watermelon ? I seem to be able to eat lots of it and it goes down easily ... Is this bad - can I gain weight from it ?

Hey all just wanted to share what me and my bff made the other night together that was sooo yummy!! We took a whole cantelope and blended it down in the nutribullet and added about 3x the amount of water and artificial sweetner to it for a REAL fresh drink option during the liquid stage because plain water can sometimes get a little boring and I was also missing my soda, especially now that its summer time and so warm! This fresh juice drink killed my craving and was super yummy!! Best part u can make it as sweet or not as you want! I def got all my liquids in that day and even had my fruit but lowwww sugar content! This can be done with any of your fave fruits like pinap…

I eat small portions of food , but, what is the issue with popcorn.. I can eat a whole bag!!!!

Anyone cut up pickles and put in food processor during puree stage?

Greetings to all, I was just wondering if there where any raw foodist/vegans/vegetarians out there to share some nutritional wisdom with me? I'm really concern with maintaining as healthy or as chemical free diet as possible.

Hey all just wanted to share what me and my bff made the other night together that was sooo yummy!! We took a whole cantelope and blended it down in the nutribullet and added about 3x the amount of water and artificial sweetner to it for a REAL fresh drink option during the liquid stage because plain water can sometimes get a little boring and I was also missing my soda, especially now that its summer time and so warm! This fresh juice drink killed my craving and was super yummy!! Best part u can make it as sweet or not as you want! I def got all my liquids in that day and even had my fruit but lowwww sugar content! This can be done with any of your fave fruits like pinap…

I was sleeved on the 10th of June and am really craving soda today! Ughhhh! Sent from my iPhone using VST

I went to my second nutrition class last night and I am wondering why the requirements of the two doctors in the same office are so different post op. Our information folder had both docs requirements because the class has both of their patients together. My doctor wants you on pureed food before you leave the hospital on the 3rd day and the other wants you on liquids only until the 3rd week, then they can have pureed. My doc is going ice chips 1st day, protein shake and jello or broth 2nd day and then pureed on the 3rd day. skipping the soft food stage all together. I didn't ask in class why they differ so much in their directions. My doc is the Medical Director at this …

Did you purchase a digital kitchen scale for post op? What brand is your favorite?

How does the 5 day pouch test work? What are the benifits? I'm sure this has been discussed many times here, but I'm struggling to find my way around!