JenniferP1

Thank you for responding! My surgeon is a vegan and has been very supportive in my decision to switch.
I'm 4 months out and have had no issues with any of the things you listed. Lentil lettuce cup tacos are actual a fav of mine!
Excited to know I'm not the only one out there!
Good luck with everything ❤️

Hi! I am a lacto-ovo vegetarian, and I was sleeved four days ago. My nutritionist had no concerns for me, so that was reassuring (although I've been veg for almost 20 years, so I knew there would be a lot of options).
I am planning on Beans, lentils, tofu, tempeh, and veggie "meat" products, like veggie burgers. My nutritionist said I can start to try those things when I hit the soft-foods phase (when others can start soft meats, for instance). She did recommend using up to 2 Protein shakes from that stage forward, if I need them.
There are a couple vegan Protein Shakes that my nutritionist has on our approved list. I'll track down the name for you.
Good luck to you!
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I was just wondering if there is anyone that is thinking of weight loss surgery or has had weight loss surgery that eats a plant based diet?
On April 11, 2016 I had the gastric sleeve done. Once I started my liquid diet and no longer was eating meat, I just switched to a plant based diet and never looked back. I still will occasionally have traces of dairy in something I eat, but I'm working on switching to a vegan diet.
Would love to hear your post-surgery plant based meals if this is something you are also going through.
Brittney

@@Jesm1029 As said - it's bad! It's a form of an eating disorder.
https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-First-Aid-Kit-Practical-ebook/dp/B0054RXXS0?ie=UTF8&btkr=1&redirect=true&ref_=dp-kindle-redirect

It is bad. Eating disorder bad. Stop. If you can't stop seek professional help.

Such a naive question even though I am 2 years out. Are olives OK to eat for RNY people? What are they considered? Veggie? fruit? Carb?
I have discovered jalapeno stuffed olives and I have been eating them but then wasn't sure if it was ok.
Thoughts?
TIA

I haven't had surgery yet, but I'm preparing to say diet and exercise.
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I'm actually pretty private and either keeping it short "I'm dieting and working out" or "I'm doing a high Protein, low carb, low sugar diet". If anyone asks for more details I tell them about drinking shakes and basically what my real diet is. (I just leave the surgery part out).
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Hi there!
I know exactly how you feel. For the first 4 weeks I had serious buyers remorse. I was miserable. I didn't have any complications but I had a ton of pain, nausea, and diarrhea.
It wasn't until week 5 that I started to feel almost human again. It was like I woke up one morning and the pain was down significantly. Smells weren't making me sick. food was tasting better. Water was easier to drink.
I am now 9 months post op and just bought a pair of size 6 jeans yesterday and medium tops (previously size 22 jeans and 2x tops). I am down 90 lbs from my highest weight.
I couldn't be happier with my decision. I can eat anything I want in moderation. The sleeve gave me the ability to control my hunger and how much I consume. The weight loss has given me so much more energy to be active. The "Protein first" rule that my surgeon advised has completely changed the way I think about food.< /p>
Hang in there. I promise it gets better. You'll be turning that corner soon. Hugs.
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Check out "WLS Vegetarians" on Facebook -- there are lots of us vegetarians out there!

Hi, I am a fourth year Psychology student doing my Thesis on successful outcomes for obesity, and I have posted my survey here in the hope I will get a few people to help with this research. The research aims at finding long term solutions to obesity and looks at success after bariatric surgery. You will be asked a series of questions that relate to your personality and feelings. It will help you better understand your relationship with food and society. I hope to take the reluts to the Australian Society for Obesity on completion, you will be given the results as well.
Thank you in advance! Please click on the link below, it is completly anonymous, Ashley.
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This is my first survey, so thank you for any input and feed back you can give, I am passionate about this and would love to make a difference.

@ -- not everyone logs. Those who do do well. Those who don't often are iffy at best.
Logging is more than tracking what goes into your mouth on a daily basis. It can be useful when changes are indicated to improve rate of weight loss.

Yes! 8 months out & 100 lbs down and I track using FitBit app every day. I feel if I didn't I would quickly lose control of my eating habits. Tracking helps me get my Protein in, keep carbs down and maintain healthy eating habits.

Yes! 8 months out & 100 lbs down and I track using FitBit app every day. I feel if I didn't I would quickly lose control of my eating habits. Tracking helps me get my Protein in, keep carbs down and maintain healthy eating habits.

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I'm two years out and I still log my food.
I track five days a week and take the weekend off.
When I don't track, I have no Idea if I made my Protein goals. I'm a busy person. I never know when I can get small breaks to eat. Tracking helps to keep my body fueled correctly.

If you're not already a member, pleas search for & join "WLS Vegetarians" on Facebook.

Sleeved 11/5/2015 - down 98 lbs to date! Currently at 194 lbs (am 5'9) - thrilled with my progress so far!

I feel great, got my confidence back. However I'm scared to go back to my old habits. I haven't been good with my diet lately due to so much events, but I'm back in the gym and drinking my Protein. I would love to see pictures and any tips and advice! Thanks ! 
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Hi!
My name is Gi and I just had my surgery on Thursday. Right now I'm on a clear liquid diet. I am anticipating the cravings soon and I want to be proactive. I am an emotional eater, unfortunately. Any suggestions or similar experiences?
Gi

As I tell most people "I eat clean except when I don't".
80% whole clean foods.
But my sleeve seems to be smaller than many, even now I can't get in my Protein needs without Protein powder or a Protein Bar most days.
So most days is 80% clean/whole foods and either a scoop of Protein Powder (in a shake or smoothie, mixed into my oatmeal or made into a Protein Mug Cake or pancake) or a Quest or Power Crunch bar.
Btw I am 2.5 years out and have been in maintenance for 1.5 years.

In my mind, whole foods = unprocessed or minimally processed. I want to get away from convenience foods, do more from scratch, make my dressing, etc. I want to veer away from preservatives, food coloring, msg, corn Syrup, etc.
I definitely want to get away from processed sugars and artificial sweeteners.

I'm struggling with the artificial sugars myself. I NEVER used them prior to starting my bariatric pathway and I truly hate the way they taste. I'm really interested to see what the pros have to say!

I AM A VEGAN

Poshmark app! I love it! You can buy cute new clothes super cheap! I'm addicted since losing 95 lbs - and still plan to lose more! You can also sell your old clothes that don't fit anymore - my closet name is "jvpaquette"

Poshmark app! I love it! You can buy cute new clothes super cheap! I'm addicted since losing 95 lbs - and still plan to lose more! You can also sell your old clothes that don't fit anymore - my closet name is "jvpaquette"