KathyLynn160

On 03/19/2020 at 00:34, MaddieSpahr said:

First time posting here!

Gastric bypass was June 26, 2017

I’m 5’5

Left picture - 338 pounds

Right picture - 158 pounds

Clayton, NC
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You can definitely enjoy treats like ice cream post-op. Not immediately post-op, obviously, but certainly by the time you are in maintenance. I had half a piece of Cheesecake Factory cheesecake last night!

The most important things post-op will be Protein and Water. You need need need to put Protein first. But if you are meeting your protein goals, then a little ice cream or mashed potatoes or whatever once in a while is fine.

I think right now, pre-op, there are some things you can work on that will make your post-op life easier. Start going ahead and putting protein first. Eat your protein before your starches or vegetables at each meal. Start working on finding high protein Snacks you can enjoy (greek yogurt, cottage cheese, string cheese, nuts, Jerky, turkey sticks, etc.).

Start tracking your protein. Ideally you will want to get up to 100 grams a day. Start getting a sense of how much protein is in the foods you eat regularly.

Start cutting back on carbs. Your pre-op diet will likely be a no-carb diet. So it will only help you to kick that carb habit sooner than later!

If you smoke, quit now! You will be required to quit prior to surgery and giving up smoking AND food at the same time will be too much to handle.

Cut back on caffeine and alcohol too. You won't be allowed any of either for at least 30 days post-op by most plans, so again, easier to phase it out now than have to go cold turkey at the time of your surgery.

Start eating slowly and trying to not eat and drink at the same time. The not eating and drinking at the same time thing will seem impossible at first. For me, I had to just not even have a beverage within reach while eating, otherwise I would drink it without even thinking about it. As for eating slowly... chew each bite as thoroughly as possible and set your fork down between bites.

I just asked if anyone knew when it would be ok to eat them. I never said I was going out any time soon to get them. I know I can't have any kind of breads, pastry, or Pasta at this moment. But, thanks everyone for the info.
And yes, I hit my Protein, Fluid, and calaries every day.

Every one is different. Starbucks is a staple in my life. Pike Place has the most caffeine and that bothers my stomach. Dark roast is better because less caffeine. Lattes have even less caffeine. I get white mochas made with skim milk and just get two pumps of Syrup in a grande which is half normal and much less calories. Plus I don't like them that sweet any longer.

Thank you!

I am drinking decaf..my surgical team said no caffeine for three months post op. I have found some great Decaf Beans I grind and it's taste is very close to caffeinated and so delicious, I may never go back to caffeinated.


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What were y'all eating around 4 weeks post op? My surgeon's PA told me if I was ready to try something at the next phase, it was ok. I'm currently on soft foods.

I decided to pass on the starbucks...decided I didn't really even want it.

I'm 3 weeks post op. Is there anything I can get at Starbucks? I miss the white chocolate mocha, but know I can't have it again and that's fine.I'm just simply wanting some Starbucks.

Lol...yeah..of course you are...that's why your taken...lol

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Naw..your not taken?...or not the reason?

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Lol...yeah..of course you are...that's why your taken...lol

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Naw..your not taken?...or not the reason?

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Lol...yeah..of course you are...that's why your taken...lol

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I like that part.. lol...

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Lol...yeah..yeah...all the good ones are crazy....but your taken..so I'll keep searching

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I'm actually in Clayton, but I heard great things about Dr. Harris. Wilmington is just an added bonus ????

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Yeah... I love Wilmington.

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Vacation home? I can't hardly afford a home....lol

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I only get to spend a week during the summer in Wilmington...the rest of the summer, I spend at my mom's place in topsail.

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So just rub it in...

Lol...and I am pretty sure you are married... LOL

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Lol I am

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That's just mean....

LOL

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And...my blood bleeds Carolina Blue! ????????

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Now I know why you are mean and spiteful...lol

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Anyone know when will it be ok to eat chicken and dumplings from cracker barrel?

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I'm actually in Clayton, but I heard great things about Dr. Harris. Wilmington is just an added bonus ????

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Yeah... I love Wilmington.

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Vacation home? I can't hardly afford a home....lol

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I only get to spend a week during the summer in Wilmington...the rest of the summer, I spend at my mom's place in topsail.

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So just rub it in...

Lol...and I am pretty sure you are married... LOL

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Lol I am

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That's just mean....

LOL

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I wonder why some use staples?? This sucks!

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I'm actually in Clayton, but I heard great things about Dr. Harris. Wilmington is just an added bonus ????

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Yeah... I love Wilmington.

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Vacation home? I can't hardly afford a home....lol

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I only get to spend a week during the summer in Wilmington...the rest of the summer, I spend at my mom's place in topsail.

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So just rub it in...

Lol...and I am pretty sure you are married... LOL

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I've been wondering the same thing. I have 21 staples/6 insicions and going Tuesday to have them removed.

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Someone asked this same question on a Facebook group I'm in. I think someone said check next to the salad toppings in Walmart. Not sure though

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If you're on Facebook, look up the group 90 day low carb challenge. There are tons of recipes on there. You can search for pizza within the group also.

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My surgeon and nutritionist advises against Flintstones.

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I'm actually in Clayton, but I heard great things about Dr. Harris. Wilmington is just an added bonus ????

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Yeah... I love Wilmington.

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Vacation home? I can't hardly afford a home....lol

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@kathylynn160---are you looking for unflavored Isopure powder or the isopure Protein drinks?

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