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UMMMMMM recipe share PLEASE!!! LOL

Ooohhhh great idea!!! Id love to go meet up with a group.

Did we figure out if we have a leader or co leader yet?

Ooohhhh great idea!!! Id love to go meet up with a group.

I'm not sure I would like to lead... but maybe co-lead a support group.
I will be 1 year post op in August 2014 with a weight loss so far of 85lbs
I would consider myself very knowledgeable on the subject and would be happy to share my experience pre/post opt. with anyone interested
Also, I didn't have my surgery done the conventional way... I was a self pay and got the surgery in Mexico and I would love to answer any questions about that and talk about all the fears and prejudices people have about getting the surgery outside of the US.
And if people are looking for a post-op walking or workout partner, let me know... I would love to start a group !!! lets get those pounds off !!!

I found the more calories, Protein and Water I can get in the more weight I lose LOL.... your body goes into starvation made when you are working off more than you take in. So If you started working out or you are more active now you should try and get more in. Now that I work out more I am finding myself stalling because I can't get the extra calories in. But I really don't wanna be flabby...... I am so paranoid over flabby skin

omg i was just complaining about the same thing. I have my list on my fridge and i feel like i have 4 options for all the meals and Snacks of the day. i had chicken noodle Soup today strained all the good stuff out lol.... blah. I dont think i can eat another yogurt or pudding.... they just make me gag

I'm not a chef, but I have been hired many times to cook for people plus I do lots of once a month cooking and canning. I experiment in the kitchen all the time.
I saw a recipe today for lasagna cupcakes. You cook it in a muffin tin. Serving size already.
http://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/lasagna-cupcakes/973c5603-c1e4-4790-9e6a-aef378332ef2
If you don't want to use the wonton sheets, may I suggest eggplant, spinach or nori. All would make a great replacement.
Here is a crock pot recipe, 6 skinless chicken breasts, 8 cloves of garlic, 1 can condensed orange juice. Throw it in the crockpot and leave it on low 6-8 hours. The garlic is optional. Makes it tasty and low sugar.
Then there is beef stew. You can put in the blender. Then the broth you can drink as part of your Water. ) I always keep meatballs in the freezer. easy to make with sauce or Swedish meatballs. They can be made without bread or starch.
Then there is the old stand by of shepard's pie. It's got meat, veggies, some potatoes (which you control) and you can add cheese on top. Just some different ideas for you.

Spray olive oil cooking spray in a ramekin or small baking dish. Mix 1/4 cup ricotta with heaping T of shredded cheese (I used Italian). Layer in bottom of dish. 1-2 T of Marinara (I used Newman Own). Sprinkle of Parm on top. Cook about 20 min on 350. Yum.
Tonight I tool 2oz canned chicken, added about a T or 2 of Water and purred in my Magic Bullet. Added a teaspoon of olive Oil mayo, little salt and pepper. 1/4 cup cheese on top. Cooked about 15 min on 350. About 205 calories 20g Protein. 3 carbs. Yum but I'm pretty full.
I am loving using my ramikiens. Perfect size. Now if I just santo still full in 2 hours so I could drink my Water, I'd be all set. Gonna try egg in morning I think.

Oh man that stinks!!! Well congrats on being about to get it and taking that leap!! yea I finally just got to soft foods. Well if you need to vent feel free!! being away from home has to be hard,

On ny wayyyyy...yay.. great..and ty

So excited for you!! I swear by Jello and sugar free Popsicles. they got me though that first week!! and strained chicken broth from Soups is WAY better than plain chicken broth from a can (like swanson) LOL Keep us posted!!!

Good afternoon everyone. My name is Jeremiah. Had the sleeve gastrectomy on the 12th. I started my weight loss at the end of November at 491 pounds. I lost 73 pounds prior to surgery and about 20 since. I have been struggling a little with the pureed portion, but still getting in all my Protein and liquids. I am 32, married, with two kids, and am looking forward to the rest of my life.

NO MORE GREEK YOGURT!!!!! I swear if i have to look at another container of it ill be sick! BLAH. I cannot keep up with calories! I feel like I am eating all the time and if I am not eating im drinking.... but my dr said if i dont maintain at least 800 calories my body will go into starvation mode and I wont lose any weight. And I have notice this!!! Its so frustrating!!!
Please Ladies and Gents give me some good healthy high calorie Ideas..... I am getting very tired of cheese and Soup.

I have been trying to try more and more foods but I feel like most of them are getting stuck..... I feel like i have pain all the time because im always "seeing" if i can eat this or that. So far I tried to eat some tuna salad and it was good the first few bites and then it hurt. I think this whole relearning how to pace and eat is harder than it sounded. I need like a shock collar..... BIZZ your eating too fast.... BIZZ you didnt chew that well enough..... BIZZ too big of a gulp of drink.... LOL im sorry i just needed to vent.... old habits die hard....

I have been trying to try more and more foods but I feel like most of them are getting stuck..... I feel like i have pain all the time because im always "seeing" if i can eat this or that. So far I tried to eat some tuna salad and it was good the first few bites and then it hurt. I think this whole relearning how to pace and eat is harder than it sounded. I need like a shock collar..... BIZZ your eating too fast.... BIZZ you didnt chew that well enough..... BIZZ too big of a gulp of drink.... LOL im sorry i just needed to vent.... old habits die hard....

oh my goodness I was super nervous!! But now I am sitting here in my room hoping to be discharged tomorrow!! Totally worth it! Everything will be fabulous!! Keep up updated!!

Hi everyone,
I had my surgery on Tuesday. I just started the full liquid diet today. I previously had a LapBand so I know what I'm in for! It sure does get boring. If anyone finds something good we can all have please please share!

Yesterday was my 6 month surgiversary and I cannot be more pleased with this journey. I have so much more energy, have discovered a hidden runner inside me, am more active with my kiddos, and all-around more confident.

Hi,
My first 2 weeks were by far the most difficult. I had a drain which amplified my pain. I lived on percocet during that time. Couldn't stand Protein shakes and don't get me started on the smell of any broth (I still can't stand it). I lived off sugar free jell-o and smoothies. I could barely hold anything down. The trick is finding something that you CAN stand and it will help you through. The hard part is finding what that food/liquid is. It's hard the first couple of weeks to find your footing. I was very honest about my struggles, because I did not have a good first three weeks, and didn't want others who are going through the surgery to think it's a cake walk (although it definitely could be for some). The one sentence I got so tired of reading was "It will get better." I thought I was going rip my eyes out. I am almost two months and I do struggle a bit, but it's definitely getting better each day.
I hope that you feel better soon. You are not alone.

Hi everyone! I'm two weeks out, and start pureed foods today. I too got sick of broth, but found miso Soup to be my salvation (not eating the seaweed). And "Eat the Bear" brand Protein shakes are pretty tasty, if a little sweet. Isopure Protein Water packs the protein punch at 40grams per 20oz serving. And the flavors are palatable.
Regarding gas pains: I felt terrible for the first 3-4 days, and gas-x, prilosec did nothing. I had trouble taking deep breaths. Then it occured to me that my chest muscles were all stretched out from the surgery, and they were really sore. I started using heating pads and that helped a great deal.
Hang in there, it will get easier and you WILL feel better!
My mantra: TRUST THE PROCESS!

The first few days are always hard but it does get better... After a few weeks maybe two you will be back to normal... The gas pain is the worst... Keep walking and moving it will pass.

Hey guys. Surgery went well. Laying in bed all loopy like LOL. there is pain at one spot on my belly but no where else really. I have been tolerating Water well. and can drink 1 oz every 15 minutes. I AM SO DRY. my mouth is ssssoooooo dry. I never had to get the cath which I was thrilled about but I havent been able to pee yet... my body wont let me I have a few more hours to try before they cath me :-( surgery only took only an hour. I have to stay 2 nights so I get to leave sat morning/afternoon.
I want to thank everyone for all the thoughts and prayers they worked!

Wish you well and prayers are with you. It will be fine

Keep us updated on how things go tomorrow!