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I'm using Atkins Protein shakes 160 calories, 15 grams protien, 4 carbs. also Atkins Protein bars 200 calories, 17 grams of protein, 18 carbs. These have MUCH less carbs that other protein shakes and bars. They also have protein shots (as in drink) at Kroger and Walmart. It a tube of liquid protein. It looks like about a half cup of flavored liquid. I've not tried that yet. Hope this helps.

I'm sure TIffy is right. I went through a bad stall that lasted over 2 weeks. It started the 2nd week post op. Talk about frustrating !! It was due to what I was eating. I didn't count carbs or calories...and was shocked at how many carbs and calories I was getting when I counted them all up. I was stuck at 11 lbs for almost 3 weeks. Now I've lost 25lbs. But I'm stalled again, because I've adopted Protein bars...Bad Idea.. I was eating 3 a day...also Bad Idea...they have more carbs than protein, plus they were 180 to 200 calories per bar. So I've droped to one bar a day, and I'm doing everything I can to get my protein in other ways. Such as sliced ham...30 calories per slice 5 protien grams. (90/15) GOOD. eggs 75 calories 7 protein, Shrimp (15 large) boiled 84 calories 20 portein grams ( 84/20) GOOD. ATKIN'S Protein shake 160 calorlies 3 carbs, 15 Proteins grams. GOOD ! Venison 135 calories for 3 oz, 26 protein grams !!! VERY GOOD! Baked Cat Fish 3 oz. 16 protein grams, 99 calories ! lobster steamed 3 oz. 20 grams protein, 83 calories !! Tuna 3 oz. 22 grams protein, 99 calories. chicken Breast 3 oz. 27 grams protein, 142 calories. Canned chicken 3 oz. 21 grams protein, 113 calories. These are the best things I can find. When I drop carbs and calories..the weight starts coming off again. I've been stuborn...but I'm back on track now. Hope this helps. It's very hard to change a lifetime of habits in a 36 days. But keep trying....it HAS to work eventually... it did for me.

When is it safe to have orange juice again?

Ok here's my two cents.... Personally I don't care what anybody thinks. It's was my decision, my money, and my body. But then again, I've not cared about other's opinions for years when it comes to MY life. I have never been a slave to fashion or trends, or what's hot & what's not. I've always lived the way I wanted to, dressed the way I wanted to, and made myself happy. It's not man's opinion that gives us God's favor. It's how we live our lives that pleases him. Why people care about critical, judgemental, materialistic, superficial, hypocritial, shallow, people's opinions is beyond me. Do what is best for YOU and YOUR life. And follow the golden rule. That's how I roll !!!!

Believe it or not I agree Cajun. I don't eat rice, drink milk, or have butter. All No No's in my book. Tuna a cheese, acceptable but none of the rest.

I am 32 days out. I have never had any problems with vomiting, and glad of it. That means I'm doing things right. I have however had some pain just a couple of times with meats not going down well. You learn as you go as to how much of what to eat. Meats are though for me. But I can eat tuna salad, chicken salad, spaghetti sauce with meat in it (no pasta) & chili with beans. Things with meat that have more liquid in them go down much better. I can eat more of soft foods, like yogurt, pudding, etc. It's like pouring water in an odd shaped container, Liquid can go in every crevice, but you can't push solids in like that. Plus solids stay with you tummy longer because they are harder to digest. I can tolerate protein bars much better than protein shakes so I opt for those. I have 2-3 a day with 20 grams of protein each and then eat sensibly the rest of the day. I drink 60 oz of water a day, and walk 1 1/2 miles to 2 miles a day. This is not hard...it's common sense. Like the other sleever said. RELAX... if your not hurting or vomiting your doing it right !!!!!!! My Doctor also said (after my direct question) the part of your stomach that is taken away is the part that stretches, the thicker harder muscle part is what is left. And it is very hard to stretch it. He said it will only stretch about 2 extra oz's. and that's it. But as Dee Dee said, if you constantly over eat, it will make that small stretch, an it will not help you at all. So don't do it!!!! It's that simple. But from what I've read your all doing great....just keep up the good work, and do the BIG THREE ( PROTEIN, WATER, WALK) and you'll be fine. I'm not a veterian yet, but I'm getting there slowly.

Girl...you are just TOO sweet. I can't wait for Wonderland ! I'd love to celebrate with you !!! :w00t:

Thanks everybody....I feel so good....So glad to be back at work...and getting even more exercise. YAHOOOOOOOOO!!!! I had a great new years too !!

Tuesday December 1st, 09 at 11:30 am.

Hey guys, I just went back for my first post op visit to my Dr. and to my suprize I'd lost 19 lbs, and now that number is 23 lbs. I'm finally moving along and doing well. I'm back at work, things are good there, although I do have a cold. I feel good, and I'm getting plenty of protein and liquids. Exercise have been difficult because of the cold rainy weather. But I'll soon be back on the walking path. I'm having protein bars, and found some orgainic yogurt with 15 gms of portein also. I've not bought any clothes yet. I"m waiting for more weight to come off before I do. Only 12 more lbs and I'll be in WONDERLAND.....OMG...that's unbelievable to me... I've not been under 200 lbs in 20 years. The sleeve is the BOMB!!!:scared0:

Tiff, why are we not supposed to have caffine drinks like coffee or tea? Judy

THERE YA GO, DO WHAT IS BEST FOR YOU !!!! AFTER YOU HAVE YOUR SURGERY AND BECOME MORE BEAUTIFUL AND EVEN MORE INDEPENDENT, YOU CAN FIND A MAN THAT DON'T HAVE A "BROKE ASS" THAT IS RESPONSIBLE AND WILL TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS. YOU GO GIRL!!!!!! YOUR ON THE RIGHT TRACK!!!!:w00t:

Thank you Tiff, your always possitive reinforcement for me !!!! You keep us all going !!!

Thanks, I work at Kroger so that will be easy to keep handy.

The 2nd week was the worst for me, I hated all the things I HAD to eat, I was so not satified with any of it. So that is what cause my experimentation. Plus I am a compulsive eater, addicted to food as most of us are. After a LIFETIME of eating anything and everything, changing that all in one week was extreamly difficult for me. So I would try tiny amounts of things that satisfied me. For me it worked, but it did cause an early stall which for me lasted two weeks. That really SUCKED!!! I am now used to what I have to do, and it's not so hard anymore. The good thing about the sleeve is you can't over eat. I can only get a 1/2 cup down at a time and it has to be moist and loose. That is why Chili works perfectly for me, it's mild, has Beans and meat which are great Protein sources plus you can ad a bit of shredded cheddar to add even more protein. If you keep your portions to 1/2 cup a a time, you should never over stuff yourself. That is what I do. The baby food meat sticks are good too, and refried beans. And any baby food in which you can tolorate the taste is good. I like the apple, pear, and peach sauces. I have tried those little cans of chicken like one of the ladies suggested, they work good. Some things just don't work even if I puree them. Like pulled pork, it hurt even just 2 bits, so that's out. Same with pot roast. I stick to what goes down the easiest. At the first sign of fullness or even a tiny bit of pain STOP. Wait 30 minutes to an hour, and then finish as you can. Don't push yourself at all. My favorite thing is SF chocolate pudding with a teaspoon of light cool whip in it, all mixed up. Very satifiying desert. I still crave salty crunchy, but I've been able to pass on the urges. Patience is something I've HAD to learn. Your doing great ! Keep up the good work, since we are so close together on surgery dates, we should run exactly the same if not close. I was Dec. 1st and you were Dec. 2nd. Merry Christmas !

Thank you Dee Dee, you are very sweet, always have been. I appreciate YOU and all those who have encouraged me and given me the support I needed to get my through these last 2 1/2 weeks. I have been addicted to food my entire life. I have no control over it. That is why I had to move to drastic measures like surgery. I realize I didn't do things exactly as I should have, but not every one here has. Some of you have wonderful control and dedication and I applaud you all. I however am very weak, but learning more every day. Things are turning around for me. BTW you look wonderful!!! GOD bless you.

Hey there...well the scale has finally started moving. I couldn't seem to get passed 221. I was back and fourth between 221 and 225 for nearly two weeks. I've finally gotten below that, at 220...thank GOD ! My eating habits have gotten much better. In fact lately I'm not eating enough. I've finally adjusted to small amounts and not experimenting so much. I struggle to get enough protein in because I'm watching carbs, and calories. However I've found some things that have a good bit of protein. Hormel turkey chili w/beans is 210 calories and 16 protein. I eat a can about every other day. I eating baby food meat sticks too. They are only 110 calories and 10 grams protein. Things are getting better all the time. I can't seem to get enough fish in my diet, but I do like shrimp. I'm still having pudding, and protein drinks, and drinking plenty water & crystal light. I'm walking a mile and a half a day also. I'm not as frustrated as I was, just trying to be patient and let things happen on there own. I'm still hoping for another 5 lbs gone before the month is over. I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and happy new year!!!

2 lesbian frogs are lying on a lilly pad, one say's to the other, it "does taste like chicken" hardy har har !!

thank you chancie, i appreciate everything you have to say, i need a good stirn talking to now and then. You guys are the one's who know ropes, i'm learning as i go. So all opinions are truely appreciated !!!!! Cheerleaders are wonderful things!!!! Hugs right back atcha !!!!!

I am 18 days out now, NOT 12, that was my first posted of my stall. It's lasted from the 6th until the now at 18 days out. that's 12 days stalled. And I don't eat this food all at once, like you I eat a couple bites at a time until it's gone, NOT all at once. Some things go down really good, somethings don't. I've stoped the doritos & pork rhines. I just had a little bit of crushed ones because I MISS flavor. Banana's & Peanut Butter go down well but a few bites at a time. Same with everything else. Hormel Chili w/beans is one of my favorites, and refried Beans. pudding goes down well, and eggs, meats gives me problems, so I've cut back on that also. Today I had, 1 scrambled egg w/catchup on it, yummy. I had chili for lunch 1/2 cup. I tried some pulled pork for dinner, bad idea, it sat like a rock, won't do that again ! I had a protein drink a while ago. I've not had much else other than that, but have drank lots of crystal light. I appreciate you being "stir" you guys are the veterians, I am flying by the seat of my pants. I value all opinions ! And don't take them personal. We all need help at times, we all need a good chewing out occationally. I love and respect all of you, your guys keep me going..THANK YOU!!!!

NO darlin' not 12 days, I'm 18 days out, I'm close to the end of my third week.

Hey Tiff Well, lets see....I try to have Protein first thing in the morning. Either with a couple slices of ham with cheese rolled in it, egg beaters, or a Protein Drink like, boost or atkins or ensure. I have had 1/2 cup of refried Beans for lunch, sometimes low sodium chili with beans, or tuna salad. I drink crystal light all day 40 to 60 ozs. I have a SF pudding with light cool whip for a snack, or Dannon light Yogurt. For dinner I have sauteed about 7 shrimp , or venison or chicken then puree them. I have a about 5 doritos occationally, or pork rhines, crushed of course. I've had a banana mashed up with a tbsp of Jiff in it, very good. I have had some chocolates (just one) at a time. I have had a few bites of mashed potatoes a few times, and a couple bites of pumpkin pie once. And I did try some won ton Soup the other night. That's about it.

Thank you so much for the encouragement and suggestions, I've been really down, but this helps a lot. I'll just keep on doing what I'm doing, and wait for the weight start coming off. It can't stay forever, right? I also did some praying.

I'm 17 days out now...still no change. I'm still stalled. I've lowered my calorie intake, upped my water intake, walk every single say. I'm watching my carbs. I've gained 3 lbs. HOW IS THIS POSSIBLE? I'm so depressed.... Am I dumed to be fat the rest of my life? I don't understand this...What is left to do? :crying:

WOW, that is a Big bougie (booz shae). Mine in 34.... That is probably why you can eat more. BUT if your loosing, sounds like it's perfect for you !!! Congrats !!!!