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Canned chicken is great, tuna, ground turkey...lots of things you can make with those. And loads of protein.
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same here guys, after my first two weeks of being sleeved i lost a total of 14 pounds, then the third week as i introduced pureed foods (i follow a list which my nut gave me, tells me what i should be eating each week) n my weight loss stopped, i was like omg should i go back to full liquids.. then i either went down 1 pound, n then over night i gained 3 pounds n i stayed there for almost the whole week.. wow i just realized it wasn't that long lol felt like forever!. this is my fourth week n it was on Wednesday morning that i weight my self that the scale went down 1.5 pounds yay!.. n then the today i was tempted to weight myself again..so i did lol.. n down another 1.5 pounds.. which is awesome! i havent been able to drink the whole 64oz, n meet the require 80g of protein per day.. just half.. maybe thats y my weight have staled.. n losing inches yay size 14! plus i havent been walking like i used too.. so them 1.5 pounds are like miracles to me. i know i need to put my part n break the old habits, n don't let them creep back in. so i started a garden 2 weeks ago, n yesturday i went outside to plant them in soil, my plants are soo cute.. i am growing watermelon, cantaloupe, tomato, parsly, corn, mixed lettuce leaves.. n thats it.. lol so i broke a sweat from that. but i know i have to push it more.. so hoping my appointment goes well .. will be one month out in april 5, i want to exercise so bad, cardio! .. so yea.. i have those days too.. sometimes we have to "GET UP N DO IT"
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Post Surgery Foods You Can't Tolerate But Wish You Could
jess9395 replied to Cutwater's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I always cringe when I hear this. I am so glad my program allows me to continue with protein shakes! Even at over two years out if I didn't supplement protein with shakes and powders and bars I wouldn't be able to get in all my protein -
Still don't know what to eat,after 6mths!!
Molly A replied to REDGIRL's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
The coordinator of my program explained that the band is tighter in mornings. Something to do with lower body temp and lack of gut movement throughout the night. Maybe this explains it. I don't like to eat in the morning either, just some decaff or a Protein drink. -
Hello Newbie here..
newmebithebypass replied to girantsgirl53's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
The reason for only protein shakes for just two weeks is my doc wants me to transition to normal food as quickly as possible so we can heal better. I think that's a novel idea but ill probably be on shakes for a bit -
pulling sensation after eating anyone?
super_slim_me replied to super_slim_me's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi Christine, Thank you so much for taking the time to write back. I saw my Dr and he said that the pulling sensation was due to the stomach moving around and digesting the food. I will look into the protein shakes you suggested and try to stick with foods that are easier for my stomach to digest. I have been much better today on soup and yogurts, better than the prawns I ate yesterday! Thanks again for your advice :smile: -
Hello Newbie here..
girantsgirl53 replied to girantsgirl53's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi Jessica! The way my surgery was done is the same as yours. Its called Laporascopic surgery. Basically its when they use a surgical tool and make the 2 incisions around your stomach, and then one through the belly button (I think this is where the magnifier part of the tool is). This kind of surgery is awesome and I've had it before. The healing takes less time. (I still have some wounds healing and I had my surgery on Nov. 30th.) He used surgical tape for the outside incisions and sewed up the incision near (just inside) my belly button. Every doctor has a different pre-op diet. With my diet I had to eat up to 1200 calories a day and lose 10 lbs before surgery. It sounds like a good diet plan to me and I would definitely follow her instructions. Protein is very important before surgery to lose the weight and after your surgery, especially after because your stomach is smaller and you need energy. There should be Vitamins you will be taking along with the protein so you get all the nutrients you need. The beginning of recovery is very slow and your stomach is so small and still healing. All of this information will be given to you by your doctor, so don't get too upset about having to know everything before your surgery. It seems to me that this group and others will be a big support for information and answers covering the whole procedure before and after. I hope this helps you. I'm so excited for you and the new journey you will be taking. Its a life time decision both mentally and physically, and I think it is so worth it. -
How much weight did you lose on pre opt diet?
Kindle replied to ocrystal96's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Lost 22 pounds in 16 days. 3 protein drinks/day plus unlimited leafy green veggies. -
Newbie, Surgery the 28th!
Rojasanoll replied to TiffanyK's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congratulations to all getting banded soon. For you that dont have to do liquids, you should anyway. After surgery you have to be on liquids for 7-14 days anyway. You might as well, buy a Protein shake, Soup broths, SF popsicles, SF Jello and have it ready. I used exclusively after a trail basis of several Protein shakes, costco Premier Protein shakes, chocolate and ready to drink. 30gs of protein in 11 ounces and only 160 calories. Dont fret about the 160 cals, you probably wont be eating anything else that has calories. It will help you shrink the liver. The band will be near and underneath the liver area. Make it easy for the surgeon to do his job and you won't have that many side effects after surgery. Just follow doctor's orders. Best wishes and Keeep the Faith. -
Soft Food Diet Suggestions Please :)
AliveAgain replied to bella143's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Laughing Cow cheese is also good, some non/low-fat Greek yogurt, small curd cottage cheese (w/ a little unsweetened applesauce, like 1tbsp), SF pudding made with 2% milk (you can add protein powder!). I could only do a single soft poached eggs at two weeks, and I'm still turned off by canned tuna and chicken. I also made a roasted cauliflower mash (any recipe online works) and added protein powder, it was pretty tasty. -
Clothes shopping before surgery
Alexandra85 replied to Typhanie85's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yeah, and that's not something I'm inclined to buy used... :/ I figure I'll end up needing to buy a couple of decent but not high-end bras at several stages. I wish things like the Genie Bra didn't give me uniboob, because they *are* comfortable and with the stretch could probably see me through several size changes. Maybe buying some pads would be an option at the beginning? I was thinking about sports bras also but they look awful. :c PS. I totally agree about uniboob! It sucks! -
When I was on the mushy stage, I used to squizz up some chicken breast meat with some cottage cheese, salt and pepper. it tasted so nice (and much better than shakes) and was a real protein boost as both are a good source.
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Unless you're having some kind of alergic reaction to some new food ( the Protein shakes maybe??....never heard of it though ) its probably your body adjusting to not having the "normal" things you've been giving it. Hang in there! It may seem as though you can't do this, but trust me, you can. Most everyone has been through a pre-op "diet" that last from a few days to a few weeks. For me it was Clear liquids....basically ZERO calories for a week pre-op. And after about the third day, it actually got much better for me. Best wishes
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need words of encouragement on day 4 pre op diet
PJ384 replied to changing4me's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't start mine till the 15 but I have been working towards it already I do a protein shake for breakfast and one for dinner and eat a normal lunch so Iam hoping that by monday I will not miss the solid food so much when I start doing broth or a shake for lunch also I think the trick will be mixing it up if your tummy is complaining give it something else like the broth or some jello Jello may be good because it have some body to it and will give your tummy something to do for a while Iam going shopping this weekend and stocking up on Broth and Jello and skim milk for my shakes .And yes do try the activities thing keep yourself busy now is a good time to tackle that closet you never wanted to clean out or learn a new hobby like knitting Iam going to organize my home office that should keep me busy all week beside going to work I keep a gallon bottle of water on my desk all day with a straw in it and I challenge myself to have it all drank by the time I get off at 3pm and that keeps my tummy full as well But I know water is boring after a while so if you need distraction you can come here and type or get in the chat rooms and talk to people who are going through the same things you are. Wishing you all the best of luck and hoping to see us all fit and thin in 2012 PJ384 -
I know I'm only hurting myself but i just cannot do this 2 week protein shake diet. 1 week down and there has not been one day that i have gotten completely through. What is wrong with me? I need to buckle down and get through it surgery is only a week away.
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Day 3 and feeling much better. Incision is feeling a lot better. I took a pain pill last night but probably didn't really need it. Last night was a bit hard. Kept wanting to eat something that crunched in my mouth. I kept hearing the pretzel sticks calling my name from the kitchen! I finally had a whole Odwalla protein drink (12 oz.) and felt better. Probably more than I should have had, but it was that or the pretzels! Dropped another 2 pounds! Very exciting and motivating! I keep picturing the fat "melting" off of me! Great feeling! Found a lot of recipes for protein shakes on one of the forums. I'm going to try a couple of the more liquid ones and save the mushie ones for after Tuesday. Going to a wedding this weekend and the nurse said I could have a couple spoonfuls of mashed potatoes! Sounds like filet mignon, at this point! Hanging in and hanging on--ODAT!
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Aww you can do it connie, this is the worst part, nothing compares to that pre op diet, i felt just the same, i was constantly in the bathroom too my bowels wouldnt agree with the pre op diet, i was also so emotional i cried every day. If it was a normal fad diet id have given up but look at what your going to gain from it a whole new and healthier lifestyle. How long do you have to do the pre op diet for? I only had to do it for 2 weeks and was banded 3rd july. I use to phone my dietician every day in tears and by day number 10 she was pretty harsh and said 'you have 2 options.... 1 - get on with it and do it and 2 - dont have the band...simple. those were the exact words i needed to give me a kick up the bum lol. So after that i kept repeating those words in my head xxx
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Sorry you're feeling bad! As the others said, it's probably your body saying "WTH!" Just push through it, drink plenty of water and get those protein drinks in. For me, the pre-op diet was a huge mental challenge! The end result will be worth it. Hang in there girl, you got this.
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1st day of my pre-op diet
WendieBryant replied to trulyamazingtoo's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
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My surgeon and nutritionist have had me eating 5 Oz of food every 4 hours. It has worked very well for me. However everyone is different. What did your surgeon suggest? @@BandedMi And of course as you start to get adjustment the food intake will go down even more. I make sure that 3 Oz of each meal consist of Protein. Also I drink a lot of Water in between all day it helps as you will become very hungry until adjustments start happening for you.
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Aim for at least 1/2 cup to 1 cup. I was told make sure the protein is 1st. I was also told to be careful of soups and stews. It also depends on where u are in your recovery
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Hi...I'm being banded Sept.30th & today I received paperwork for my diet prep. Adkins/SouthBeach diet with small modifications; 2 weeks before surgery I do 2 protein shakes & 1 lowcarb/lowfat meal a day; day before surgery its' clear liquids only with minimum 8 hr. fast. My DS who is a very big Adkins fan is going to help me with recipes for survival. Since I am looking at this whole process as a total lifestyle change, I'm thinking my food will probably be SB phase 2/3 & thats ok I do know my simple carbs are probably a thing of the past.
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I hear ya with the protein shakes! I can't drink them anymore. I am able to get in 1/2 bottle of Isopure over the course of one hour though. I need more protein. I started having creamed soups and yogurt before I supposed to also - but my stomach revolted. So I waited a few days and tried it again - a little less pain this time. This a.m. I made plain cream of wheat really thinned out and was able to have about 6-8 teaspoons before feeling really full. I have only lost 9lbs since day of surgery (11 days ago). I thought it would be more - but I'll take that loss. I also am able to eat a whole square of laughing cow cheese. I think I'm going to try cottage cheese today and see what happens.
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Powdered Protein for Clear Phase
ginger61 replied to Ninababy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My personal favorite that I used was the UnJury unflavored protein mix -
I was banded on the 24th of August and I'm doing well. I'm hardly in any pain anymore and I also have lost 12lbs. (woohoo voodoo kitty!) I am having great difficult with my protein shakes. I've been only getting 1 in for the past couple of days. I have soup or water. On the 7th I make the switch to mushies, I can't wait!! Cottage cheese will be my savior. I also bought (and drank) a special k protein water. It has 50 cal. and 5 gms. of protein, it wasn't bad. I am also addicted to lapbandtalk, I am learning so much! It's like I have personal medical advice when ever I want, it's great. :eek: :mad:
