valerieKovach

I am three and one half years out and I found that I need to refocus on what I was advised by my bariatric surgeon and his nutritionist. I focus on Protein and avoid carbs. Along the way, I found that I was sensitive to gluten. I have a little now and then, but not much.
For convenience I eat Atkins Bars. If I have time, I make homemade Protein Bars. I find it is good to have something I am allowed to have with me at all times. I am really busy and cannot always eat at home.
I love Greek Yogurt, still. I always have it on hand. At a fast food restaurant, I do well with the salads and I like how one fast food restaurant has the "low carb" version of burgers wrapped in lettuce. Wendy's Chili is a winner. I will have a Starbucks with sugar free flavors and soy milk. I use soy milk or almond milk now instead of regular. I could never drink milk again, but that's fine with me. I enjoy frozen yogurt for a treat. I get the sugar free variety if they have it. If not, I go to one of those places where you just weigh your portion. I get a very small portion and put some almonds on top.
I am wanting to get more creative with cooking when I get time. I am particularly interested in recipes that I can grab and go with for lunches or at home when I come home tired.

I'm about 7 months post-op from Bypass surgery, and feeling GREAT!!! I am a bit stuck in a rut when it comes to meal planning, though. I want to make sure I'm getting the most nutritional boost from each meal that I can, but I'm running out of ideas.
So, please take a moment to share here what some of your favorite meals are for Breakfast, lunch or dinner. I'm sure there are a bunch of out there who could use a change! Keep in mind, these are ideas with NO "phase" restrictions. Obviously no sweets or high fats, but no food consistency restrictions.
Currently, mine looks like this;
Breakfast; two eggs with a piece of toast, or plain vanilla yogurt with fruit, walnuts, honey and cinnamon. Also green tea.
Lunch; either a ready made salad or half a sandwich with some fruit
Dinner; whatever I'm making for my family, just really small portion
I need a shakeup!! Thanks for any input you bypass-ers have!
Here's to your health.

I am three years out. A few months ago, I figured out I was drinking too much.. and had been doing so for almost a year. It started about 2 years out... It was just wine but it got to be just about every night and several glasses. When I stopped I had physical withdrawal symptoms. That was scary to me. Now I am still sober, but I know that there is an issue with my mind wanting to go back to food addiction, drink or do something. I even decided I have collected too many clothes from thrift stores and such and I am working to organize and declutter. I am not actively engaged in any addiction (that I know of). I have therapy once a week, but I have to admit I get nervous and feel edgy. It is not easy. On the other hand, with drinking and being 2 years post op, I gradually regained 15 pounds from my lowest point. I am happy since i stopped drinking, I not only got rid of those calories and I pay better attention to my food. I have lost 3 pounds of my regain.

I am three years out. A few months ago, I figured out I was drinking too much.. and had been doing so for almost a year. It started about 2 years out... It was just wine but it got to be just about every night and several glasses. When I stopped I had physical withdrawal symptoms. That was scary to me. Now I am still sober, but I know that there is an issue with my mind wanting to go back to food addiction, drink or do something. I even decided I have collected too many clothes from thrift stores and such and I am working to organize and declutter. I am not actively engaged in any addiction (that I know of). I have therapy once a week, but I have to admit I get nervous and feel edgy. It is not easy. On the other hand, with drinking and being 2 years post op, I gradually regained 15 pounds from my lowest point. I am happy since i stopped drinking, I not only got rid of those calories and I pay better attention to my food. I have lost 3 pounds of my regain.

I am three years out. A few months ago, I figured out I was drinking too much.. and had been doing so for almost a year. It started about 2 years out... It was just wine but it got to be just about every night and several glasses. When I stopped I had physical withdrawal symptoms. That was scary to me. Now I am still sober, but I know that there is an issue with my mind wanting to go back to food addiction, drink or do something. I even decided I have collected too many clothes from thrift stores and such and I am working to organize and declutter. I am not actively engaged in any addiction (that I know of). I have therapy once a week, but I have to admit I get nervous and feel edgy. It is not easy. On the other hand, with drinking and being 2 years post op, I gradually regained 15 pounds from my lowest point. I am happy since i stopped drinking, I not only got rid of those calories and I pay better attention to my food. I have lost 3 pounds of my regain.