Food and Nutrition

Have y'all tried these? I get them at Kroger Marketplace. They make them fresh in the Deli. Kim's Magic Pop is available in plain, onion, strawberry, cinnamon. I eat them with spreadable cheeses like laughing cow or peanut butter when I need a little crunch. Way better than rice cakes cause they are made from wheat & brown rice. 15 calories, 25 sodium & only 3 carbs!!

I often don't have time to prepare meals, so something quick and easy is what I'm looking for. Do any of you have suggestions for food that I can prepare in advance and freeze? Something that would be easy to divide into individual portions to be microwaved later? Of course, it would be nice if it were high in protein and low in calories.

I'm one month post op.. And I've had salad frm subway yesterday and today.. I added a little teriyaki sauce, honey mustard and sweet onion.. Was wondering if these dressing might harm my sleeve.. I feel no pain though.. I am worried and confused and my docs really money minded! He won't answer calls and charges alot each time I go there...

I was told I can't have things like oatmeal or popcorn as they swell in your stomach. Is this true? What else should I stay away from if it is? Thanks for your help!

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I have been wondering if there's any real benefit to me going dairy free? Anybody here done it? my superpower is......

I was given an electric pressure cooker by my Mom, she loves her's but cooks and eats thing's I can't. I need your help with idea's, recipes and what not. We eat a lot of chicken, ground turkey, some steak and pork. If you all would be willing to send me some recipes so I can use my new gadget I would be very grateful. I also have a crock pot/slow cooker that I would love to use more often. Thank you all in advance for any help you can give me :} If you would like you can email me @: minimewanna-be@hotmail.com. Thank you, Katrina }!{

I am beginning again. With a real committment to protein. Breakfast: 2/3 c cottage cheese with sf blackberry jam Lunch: chicken, cheese, sour cream, avocado Afternoon: 1/2 bottle of Isopure Dinner: bacon, cheese omelet Bedtime: rest of Isopure Totals for the day: 800 calories Protein: 99 grams I will NEVER go back to this:

I can not keep it down, why?

I had my surgery on June 3 and I had a slice of toast for the 1st time and thought I would be stuffed after. BUT I WASNT!! I could had eaten another one if I wanted this is bad news!! Why am I not full? Now Im worried I wont lose weight because for some reason Im not full. Anyone else still hungry after eating a small part of food?

IMO, it's the hardest addiction to break...you need food to survive!! Some days I feel it would be easier to be an alcholic or drug addict. Just my random thoughts for today!!

Since surgery I have not had a shake or bar. All my protien is from meats. How bad is that for me. Losing weight quickly without too much muscle loss.

Which one is more of a healthy snack for us? Im having a debate with myself today lol Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317 using VST

I wanted to ask everyone that has been sleeved how they handle meats. I'm 7 weeks out today and have tried chicken, ground round, sirloin and turkey. Turkey-deli--wonderful, no problems Chicken-oh heck no, ouch-tried 3 times Sirloin-no problems--could only eat an oz ground round-ouch!-first time I ate it was fine-second time, hurts bad Just wanted to see how others are doing with this.

I'm in a serious funk that I just cant seem to get out of. I'd have to say it started about 5 days ago, and the only thing I can think that I've been doing differently is having a Protein bar every day/other day since then. I guess I'm gonna cut them out completely and see if it goes away. I do get this way almost every summer but I always thought it was all the sugar I used to consume, and other crap mixed with being so fat I didn't want to be seen in public, PLUS not being active at all. this year all those things are different. I'm really sad because I can't find my workout mojo. the only thing I want to do (crave like mad) is cardio, and I want to strength tra…

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What protein bars does everyone like?

Does anyone have my fitness pal I need some friends to diet with! My username is aprilcarrie

I've been stuck at 204 all week. I'm so frustrated :/

I have been able to eat cottage cheese, refried beans with chz and some potato soup. I really want some chicken salad made with FF mayo and some relish...anyone think its too soon?

I know that grits aren't as popular in other parts of the country as they are down here in the south, but let me just say that they are my new best friend...at least for this last week of full liquids! I made some pretty thinned out grits tonight with a half slice of deli deluxe American cheese and a dash of garlic salt and boy were they scrumdiliumtious!!! All 6 bites that I was able to eat that is....they really hit the spot! So even if your not normally a Girl Raised In The South kinda person, you ought to give them a whirl!!!

http://www.hivehealthmedia.com/best-foods-to-eat-that-contain-high-levels-of-protein/

I am 2 1/2 months after surgery- about how much protein should I be eating daily?!?

My family is having spaghetti for dinner and I would love to eat the sauce (I'm on full liquids phase). Is there anything I can add to the sauce to make it even better?

Ok... I already know I'll get some but let the flames begin. I did this as a social experiment for the better of our group here who want to know about drinking and how the sleeve effects you (sounds convincing right? . Last night I went out with a buddy of mine - had a beer... two long island iced teas... and a malibu and diet coke. This was all over the span of about 5 hours. Yes I know its empty calories... Yes I know blahblahblah... but I drink RARELY. I must say that yes I did notice it made me drunker faster for sure... no other issues though. No more hung over today than the last time I got drank and got drunk about a year ago... I've actually had a good week o…

Any recommendations on first foods for when I'm allow to eat soft foods? I have not bumped yet and I'm scared to experiment.

Has anyone ever heard of this problem?

I thought it might be a good idea to start an ongoing thread on favorite Protein powders and rtd products to help others find one they like. At least they will be picking from among what others have called "the best". I will start. My favorite morning whey is muscle milk light cake batter. Love the flavor. Second favorite morning whey is Matrix Cookies and creme (if i am out f my beloved cake batter). My favorite post workout shake is amplified Wheybolic 60 cookies and creme from GNC. I would be open to a better post workout shake if you have one. No real complaints about his one; I just know there is something better though. My favorite bedtime Protein Shake is Good…

Is it just me or have all of my old taste buds gone and been replaced by ones that don't like what I used to enjoy?

A couple of weeks ago, I started eating better. At the advice of my NUT, I started drinking at least 64 oz. Water every day, upped my Protein, decreased the carbs, and.....well....I had to give up caffeine and carbonated drinks also. I have lost a little bit of weight and in general I feel much better because I'm eating better, but DAMN, I hate giving up my caffeine. I am a die-hard Dunkin' Donuts gal. When I first started out, I gave up the Diet Pepsi, DD iced coffees, and reduced my morning coffee from 2 cups to one. Today is the end of the Caffeine Trail for me. I am sipping what will be my last DD coffee for a long time. Tomorrow I will begin having ZERO caff…

So I'm starting grad school soon and up until now I haven't had to worry about making meals around a set schedule such as work or school. I start on Monday and I'm a little worried that I won't have time to make the meals I usually take the time to make. Any quick lunch/dinner suggestions/recipes for someone 6 months post-op?

Does anyone order from bariatricfoodsource.com ?

On Saturday and Sundays for work I'm gone all day long. I usually work 7-3 or 8-4 and drink a shake in the morning and by the time we get back around 12 I drink another shake or whatever I eat and right after I get sick. This only happens on these two days. I'm thinking its because I'm so hungry and by the time I eat again I'm getting sick. I have no clue. Anyone else with this problem.

Hey fellow diabetics, I have been diabetic since 1995. Before surgery I was on heavy insulin and oral meds. Since surgery I take nothing. My sugars are always normal and I'm sooooooo happy about that. My last A1C was 9.0 and I can't wait to see what it's going to be in July. My problem is I'm so confused on how many carbs to eat now. It has been drilled in my head to not eat more than 40 carbs a day, but my docs guidelines look like much more. I was never sent to a nutritionist and I realize this handicaps me in this area. I had the low carb diet down to a tee. I lost 100 lbs in 2004 and went off 2005 and gained all my weight back. I haven't been able to lose low carb…

Where can I buy skim milk in the little containers like we get at the school cafeteria? This would help in mixing shakes while at work.

I am 11 days post op and I was thinking of trying a sugar free smoothie at two weeks. Did anyone try these at that time?

I am six weeks out and starting to eat soft foods as tolerated. I took four boneless Pork chops placed into baking dish lightly seasoned Covered with foil and baked for 45 minutes at 350 Took out of oven, removed foil and poured off all fluids in bottom of dish Add one can of mushroom Soup mixed with 1 soup can full of skim milk Recover baking dish with foil and bake for another 25 minutes. You will have the most tender, eat with a SPOON delicious pork chops ever

I want to have a rational scientific explanation as to why tea or coffee should not be taken after sleeve. Thanks in advance for your reply.

So I had my pre-op nutritionist appointment today and he advised me to get a set of tiny tiny cocktail forks and spoons to eat with. I know its to help get a crasp on bite sizes. It just seems silly to me. So, I was wondering if anyone actually uses them.

So I'm doing low carb high protein like most folks on here. My question is when you are doing low carb do you count total carbs or net carbs? I know that when you count the fiber the net carbs are lower. Before surgery I was a big fiber eater but now I don't get many carbs therefore not much in the form of fiber. I try to make sure that if I am getting carbs that they have some fiber in them as well. I don't eat bread or pasta. I have found that carb balance whole wheat tortillias are pretty good (13 carbs, 10 gm fiber = 3 net carbs). Most of my carbs come from those tortillias (I don't eat more than one a day) and fruits (minimal) and veggies. Just wondering how …

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I have read many stories of hairloss and or thinning from 3 months out to stopping around 6 to 7mo. Do ALL experience this? I get over 80 proteins a day and take Biotin 10,000 mcg plus all post op prescriptions. I understand balding won't occur but thinning. Just trying to brace for the storm>

I am snacking on pork rinds...is that ok? I know there are no carbs, it just doesnt seem like it could be healthy, although i see them used alot for recipes in cooking low carb.

Preparing for maintenance and look for a good suggestion for oatmeal,,,steel cut and whole grain

Just interested to see if anyone has actually been measuring their blood ketone levels. A co worker and I have been reading a book around the science of low carbohydrate performance and found a podcast where a guy measured his blood ketones for a year. He had a lot of interesting things with a lot of science to back it up and I was curious to see if anyone had or has been doing that.

Craving blimpie subs smothered in mayo!

Just had 1/2 and I am in so much pain. Maybe I ate to fast. Does anyone else have a problem with them?

I'm 8 months post op and have lost all interest in food. I'm running out of ideas because nothing tastes good. Right now I live on protein shakes, any ideas??

I have been trying different variations of the infamous " Super Green Smoothie " for added nutrition and protein , however , They taste like ! Grass ! , any tips on making them more Super tasting and less like you are drinking Grass Clippings.

Yeah - I know: You would rather read about alcohol. The questions: 1. My wife recently got us some diet soda stream concentrate to mix with Water. Are these same, better or worse then drinking water with a typical enhancer like Dasani, Mio, crystal light, etc. no aspartame in these and I am primarily thinking about the non soda flavors pink grape fruit or watermelon. We got them primarily to save on the cost of buying Dasani water enhancers all the time. 2. We picked up some Isopure RTD bottles last night. Awesome that they have 40 g 100% whey isolate. Would these make a good Meal Replacement option? I am wondering because of the optimal amount of Protein in them…