Food and Nutrition

For those of you already eating after surgery, what do you do first in the morning? Do you eat or take in liquids? I've found that since my metabolism has sped up a bit I usually wake up hungry. (I used to be able to go until about 1pm on coffee alone). Problem is, I wake up thirsty too!

I'm just about 6 weeks post op and I LOVE the people on this site! My question is, I keep hearing people use the term sliders. What is this? I'm just curious to know from what I know so far its foods we should avoid but what does it mean if a food is a *sliders*

Who's drinking milk? My RN and surgeon believe that after RNY that people become lactose intolerant, but my nutritionist disagrees. I've been adding 8oz of 1% milk to my Protein shakes and have been ok but when I made a Protein shake with only milk I got nauseous (but I did drink too fast as well). My nutritionist said I could have skim or 1% but I've been bad when I get a latte and get 2% because we don't have 1% at starbucks (where i work) and skim is gross with espresso ;/ - Kaylee Ann ~ Surgerversary: 6/11/12

Hy can't we drink coffee? Gave up food, cigarettes, and coffee! I need coffee, lol

Anyone ever heard of slendermist? It's supposed to be a vitamin/supplement spray that may help decrease cravings. Wondering if there is anything to it.

Has anyone used this to up their protein intake? I was going to give it a try, wanted to see what yall thought about it?

Creamed soup gag me and i wanted something different so i made a cup of noodles and just drank the juice. I hope that's not to bad.

I went to Smart and FInal and they have all kinds of Torani syrups to choose from (and cheap)! I got the raspberry to put in my nonfat Fage yogurt or in my peach icetea. Is the SF chocolate any good? What about the peanut butter? WHat else are people doing besides using it in protein shakes and yoguet? ANy good recipes?

I guess I would be safe if I had the protien chocolate chip pancakes from bariwise. I figured I would safe. I had the regular protien pancakes before. Well I was definitely wrong. It stuck come on 30mins. I need a drink of water soon.

I love these... They are mushy, high protein, low carb, no sugar... seems like the perfect snack! Are they ok to eat??

My stomache has a very empty feeling at night, it feels like I'm hungry but its there even after I have a snack. It's really a yuck feeling to try and fall asleep with, anyone have insight to what it may be? I do take dexilant in the morning for acid stomache. Any ideas?

Has Anyone tried the MIO Water enhancing drops??? I have and love them my favorite is the strawberry Watermelon, the Fruit Punch makes me thirsty but they are a great alternative to Crystal Light it easier for me to tote that around than 100 little packets of crystal light.

You guys tried it? I'm thinking out looking into it because a juice instead of a milk shake would be awesome. Any reviews are very welcome.

I'm almost 2 weeks out and I really wanted tuna so I pureed tuna Mayo mustard and dill relish. It tastes so good. Seems to be going down well!

Someone posted before about some sugar free dark chocolate bars from Trader Joe's. I bought one last week and they are really good. Although I never like dark chocolate before, I do now. they are sugar free and carb free (I can't remember how many calories, I don't have the wrapper anymore). There are 4 servings per bar, but each serving has 3 little squares you can break off, so you can just eat one of those. Just something to keep around for an added treat. It will last a long time!

Everyone told me that I wouldn't experience hunger right out of surgery and would basically have to force feed myself... but I'm experiencing the complete opposite... every few hours I'm STARVING and this scares me because I don't want to get back into old habits ;/ - Kaylee Ann ~ Surgerversary: 6/11/12

I'm psyched out its tuna fish and cracker day!!! I don't ever remember being this psyched about tuna fish before...guess that what happens when you lived on liquids for so long. Yesterday I had oatmeal and a little bit of bake potato. That went well...now hopefully this does! Meanwhile my family feast on Popeyes fried chicken

What are your favorite protein bars?

I'm not sure I'm eating correctly. Bkfst. Scrambled egg. Lunch: cottage cheese with tuna. I gave up the protein shakes cause I think I'm getting enough. Comments? Dinner: grilled chicken and salad Snack: yogurt

Ok just wondering about pickles .... I havent seen many post about them. Are they too acidic for the sleeve? I know they are loaded with salt but once in a while they hit the spot.

Another great WebMD quiz! Thought I was pretty up to speed and I still missed five of these. http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/rm-quiz-fats-and-oils?ecd=wnl_wlw_062712

Hi friends, So, I came across a giveaway on The World According to Eggface's blog and wanted to share it with you. She is giving away a lot of WLS related goodies!! Here's the link to enter: http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2012/06/eggface-goody-bag-giveaway.html Good luck!

Tomorrow is the day for me. Surgery starts at 8:30 am. This has been an amazing journey so far, I enjoyed following each of your stories and now my very own will take form. For those who have never been overweight, it's impossible for them to understand what makes us a family. They will never really know what this transformation means on a spiritual or psychological level. There are no words to describe what it feels like not to fit in a chair, or to get stuck. The fear of flying because you know you will spill over into the next seat. Excluding yourself from vacations because you know you can't ride the rides. As I fade into my medically induced sleep, I will be checkin…

For example, here is what I had today: Breakfast - atkins oatmeal/cinnamon square - 140 cal Lunch - 1/2 of atkins caramel cafe protein shake - 80 cal mixed veggies w/ olive oil - 140 cal Dinner - 4 mini turkey meatballs - 140 cal Snacks - 2 Popsicles - 120 cal 3/4 of atkins peanut butter snack bar -115 cal 735 total calories The reason I ask is, I am worried I am stretching my sleeve. One second I am hungry and only a few bites later, I feel like I need to puke from being so stuffed. It's like there is no middle ground. I am worried that because I get to the point where I feel so filled up that my sleeve is stretching. Thoughts?

So, anyone have suggestions or tips for full liquid diet that is not sweet, but still has lots of protein? I can tell that I'm going to sick of sweet shakes pretty fast. At least I see a positive in that, I won't want anything sweet!

I just wanted to say hello to everyone and I am waiting to get sleeved. I have just completed all my test and I am waiting for the insurance company to approve.

I guess I'm reaching out to those who have been sleeved for quite some time. I am only one week post op and have made good efforts to transform my gulping into sipping when drinking. When I slip up and forget and it goes down, my body definitely reminds me to take it easy next time. Does that ever get any better??? I'm not talking about shotgunning a beer, I'm talking about when I get back in the gym and go to aerobics class and we take a water break and I'm winded, thirsty and need to rehydrate. Before surgery I could probably take down 32 ounces of water during a class easily and sometimes had to fill up after class and would drink another 32 oz. Will there ever be a ti…

Okay so I've spent the last 2 days looking at online shopping for ramekins and they are pretty hefty in price for decent looking ones so now I'm just curious where did you guys get your ramekins? I'm not so worried about price but I wanted to get a set of 4 or more if I could. So I'm just curious where you guys got yours. I'm going to go to Walmart later today and see if the only ones they have are the plain white ones. I don't mind those.

Can you tell me what your NUT told to you achieve for percentage of fat, protein and carbs. I have no idea what this shoud be. Thanks.

At my support group last month, the topic of water came up and some of the members reported being able to drink only certain kinds of bottled water - one said she could only tolerate Fiji. I don't have that issue - I can drink any kind of bottled water; however, I'm wondering what other people out there like. Do you buy the store brand? I picked up 24 bottles for $2.71 at CVS. Not bad, better than my tap at least.

I was wondering if anyone can tell me how they tolerate acidic foods after being sleeved, specifically limes. Since I was a kid I have loved limes and put fresh lime juice on just about anything. My surgery is a little over a week away and Im having anxiety about not being able to tolerate one of my favorite things in the world. Help!!!

Im wondering where everyone is at a month out food wise. What are you eating daily? What are your calories? how do you feel?

Just had the best high protein chicken for dinner thought I would share. Mix 1cup plain Greek yogurt 1/ 2 cup parmasean cheese 1tsp garlic salt 11/2 tsp season salt Pepper Mix and cover 6 chicken beast bake 375 for 45 min It was so tender and juicy!

So i thought it was the actual taste of Protein powders that I cant stand and I finally discovered that it isnt. Its that nasty vomit inducing smell!! I am pre op and have about 2 weeks until my sleeve surgery and I must find a Protein powder that doesnt stink. The unjury chocolate splendor is actually pretty tasty.. if I plug my nose, and until I take a breath afterwards. OMG gross. I have tried a few brands at walmart, most of the unjury flavors and the smell of all of them makes me sick. How am i going to do this after surgery if I cant stomach these at all??

OK ....so I'm 7 weeks out and starting my "soft" food month. The instruction packet says well toasted toast on one page. On another it says avoid bread? Lol. Has anyone had problems with toast or a bite if bagel?

Why some Forums u can get in to? I saw forum VST Social Group and I try to read the one from Texas and could not get in. It ask for my password unlike other ones and I could not enter. Could anyone tell me what this is about and how I can join ?

I'm getting sleeved on July 10th. We planted a huge garden this year, including 22 heirloom tomato plants. Realistically, is there any chance that I will be able to eat any of them? They'll probably be ready to eat around the beginning of August, but they're indeterminate and will produce until frost (I'm in northern Illinois, so October). So, 3 months out from my surgery.

does anyone go out to eat just woundering

I feel really bad that I have never mentioned bee pollen when we are talking of drinks and shakes and ways to get in your protien... Bee pollen is almost 25-35% protien, supports the good carbs, ALL essential amino acids - tastes gewd and more, more, more - most put it in a mortar or pestle, but I often cup it in my hand, smoosh it up with a finger and lick it off Yummy! I am not promoting this website, actually I do not get my bee pollen from here either, but they have an excellent page on the nutritional content: http://www.durhamsbeefarm.com/nutrition_analysis.htm

Took a lemo, rolled it till soft, cut it about 1 cm thick, about 3-4 pieces, cut into halves, put in a 16 oz Blender Bottle, put in ice but not the wire ball, put in my sweetner, and put on the top- and filled it full...shook a couple of minutes and let it set about 1/2 hour in the fridge, and shook again. MMMM - lots of vit c, and it is a perfect Houston evening drink!

I'm 2 months out on June 27. I'm running out if ideas of what to eat next. Do u guys have a website or something that I can refer to as far as what to eat at what stage? For example when can I eat peanuts, lettuce, etc. All I've been eating us like beans, lentils, baby shrimps n I've tried imitation crab with clamato. Any ideas would help. Thanks

Great low cal dinner with good Protein. Minutes to Prepare: 15 Minutes to Cook: 35 Number of Servings: 12 Tips Can add chicken. Add a diced, cooked chicken breast or two and calculate added protein. Ingredients Rice: • 1 cup jasmine rice or aromatic basmati • 2 cups Water • 1/2 teaspoon salt Shrimp: • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined, shells reserved • Vegetable oil • 2 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped • 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste • 1 (14-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk • 2 kaffir lime leaves • 1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce • 2 teaspoons brown sugar • 1 lime, zested and juiced • 4 shiitake mushrooms, julienned • 1 green pepper (b…

I ordered a free bariatric choice catalog and was wondering if anyone has tried the wonderslim products. I am thinking about ordering the sample assortment.

Am I the only person to not know that we can't eat beef jerky? Or aren't supposed to?

I had my sleeve since one year and now my body ask a lot of sugar and every thing sweet there is no extra weight i lost 42 kilos but i need awnser about this is that normal im affraid to gain more weight

Hello, Just wondering how folks dealt with abundance of food etc. What you did to stay on track? There are many healthy choices for food, so I think I should be okay for next cruise Sent from my iPad using VST

My husband and I are hitting the Jersey shore for the day on Sunday. Any suggestions as what I can pack to eat? Im getting sick of cottage cheese! Shakes are not keeping me full either...

Hey there. I'm currently going through this exciting process. Had my orientation beginning of June. During that the dietitcian said to start changing some habits now. I wanted to changed my Breakfast but I'm stumped on what to eat or considered healthy. My normal breakfast would usually be 2 cinnamon ego waffles, slice of cheese, glass of milk, or sometimes a cup of coffee. Any suggestions or example of what you all are eating pre-op would be helpful. Thanks!

Dammit I'm having a horrible day (friend died overnight, got little sleep, got into stupid but heated argument with coworker, went to run an errand for my mom and kept going the wrong way, then went to panerA to get some damn Soup and they took forever... Ok not forever but like 10 minutes to put soup in a to go cup) so I was just pissed and I had like five bites of bread and butter... And now I feel sick.... Why did I do that? Why did i think eating freaking bread would make me feel better? Free On another note I am down 65 lbs since 4-24-12

Does anyone know if its ok to have flax seeds at around 6 months out? I don't have a NUT to ask!