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I am 4 weeks post-op. I had to bump my meals up to 1 1/2 cups for lunch and dinner so I could cut the snacks and get in my water. My calorie intake today was 1000. I ate dinner at 5:30pm it is almost 8:00pm and I am still feeling full and satisfied. This time yesterday I had to have some more protein at 8:00pm. I get my first fill in 2 weeks.
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My band is pretty tight in the morning so I keep drinking the same protein shake over and over... 4 oz. chocolate light soy, 4 oz. water, 1/2 banana, 1 TB pb, 1 scoop chocolate protein powder. I love it, but I am afraid I'm going to get sick of it. So what liquid do you have for breakfast? I wouldn't mind trying some of the low carb Slim Fast shakes, but I want to call my doctor's office first and ask their opinion. I have seen the shake recipes on here. Some of the flavored syrups and powders are hard to find. A few I've tried I just don't really care for. Thanks for any advice! I really appreciate it :w00t:
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Delicious low carb homemade pizza!
isaviolinist replied to MellieW's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey guys - just thought I'd contribute to the pizza thread! I just made pizza with tortillas and it was amazing! I found a low carb tortilla (60 calories, 11 carbs, 7.5g Fiber, 6g Protein and made with soy flour and oats - its a decent sized tortilla too! Here is the brand if anyone is interested: Tumaro's Gourmet Tortillas - Low Carb Tortillas, Healthy Flour Tortillas and Wraps, Organic Tortillas, Flavored Tortillas, food Service Tortillas, Soy-Full Heart Flatbread Tortillas the one I used is the garden veggie kind), an organic roasted veggie tomato sauce at whole foods with 35 calories per 1/2 cup (I can't remember now but I think it was the 365 brand you find at WF's), and skim mozzarella cheese (70 calories for 1/4 cup). I sprayed the tortilla lightly with olive oil cooking spray, used 1/2 cup of sauce, used a little under 1/2 cup of cheese (I tried to just use one quarter cup but I love cheese!), and popped it in the oven until the cheese was melted and the edges of the tortilla were browned. OMG SO YUMMY! I was able to eat about 4/5 or so (although I could've stopped at 3/4). For the entire pizza it was 225 calories! So if you split it with someone its only 113 calories for half and SO tasty! I just checked through ALL the sauces until I found the most low cal one (which was delicious!) and went through all of the tortilla's too, and Ill be sticking to that Tumaros tortilla because it really was delicious! If you rummage through all of the sauce and tortilla options (sometimes there are TONS - especially with the sauces), you can maximize taste while still reducing calories. -
So I gues I'm the new "kid" on the block. I am six days from the big day, so I've been on the diet for about a week. My husband is a body builder, so I had some experience with protein drinks prior to starting. Even so I decided to try the ones listed by my doctor, and to my surprise the :hungry:ADKINS ADVANTAGE :hungry: has the best taste ever... no after-taste at all! (I was dreading the taste of yucky food more than the thought of less food. Hooray!!!) To bring you up to date... I'm 56, and weighed in at 218 at the time of approval. Since I am only 5'5" tall the BMI thing was not my Ace. It was the health issues, poor family history, and bad genetics that pushed me over the line. So here I am, as nervous as a tick... but happy too. :nervous What can I say? I'm a whimp!!! Hats off to those who have gone before! Did I mention I'm as nervous as a tick?????????????? :help::help::help::help::help::help::help: Until next time, Sharon J
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Surgery on Dec 12th everything went great. Dr. fixed a few things wrong with me and I feel GREAT!!! It took me four years to come to this decision to lap band. I had to have emergency surgery after my hysterectomy four years ago and it happened to be Dr. Machado doing the surgery. She told me I was a perfect candidate for the surgery. Four years later here I am....HUNGRY!!! I am afraid of stretching out my pouch. How much and how fast should I be drinking protein and water? Can I eat, wait, then eat again? I am hungry and I need to be able to function at work (use my brain) Is it super easy to stretch it out or is it something that happens when you don't follow protocol? I am happy and lost 13 Lbs already and haven't gotten my first fill yet. Hopefully on the 11th of January I will. I am hoping that I won't be as hungry after that. Cannot wait to be somewhat "skinny" hahahahaha
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Having same issue -- I am 8 months out. Generally this stuff happens from vitamin, water, and or protein deficiency. Tea tree oil did not work for me. Using head and shoulders and keep hair trimmed seems to be the option for me. But I have got to get back to taking my vitamins! I have a lot of hair and it is long so..so far I am the only one who notices.
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I have just discovered a new yummy Protein shake it is the "Naked" brand called protein zone. It has 30 grams of protein in a 15.2 ounce bottle and it is all natural. The sugar is a little high though because it is made with fruit and we all know fruit has lots of sugar but it is "good" sugar Has anybody else tried this?
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Tonight I made a pretty delicious Soup since I can have pureed foods. Here's the recipe: 1 can of Healthy Choice Heart Healthy Soup Tomato Basil flavor 1 can of Meijer Premium Chunk White chicken 98% fat free packed in Water 1 scoop Optimum Nutrition Any whey unflavored Protein powder Mix altogether and puree. Heat if desired (but not over 130 degrees otherwise the Protein Powder denatures). The entire recipe yields slightly more than 16 ounces (but not more than 16.5 ounces - it was kind of hard to tell the exact ounces in my measuring cup, so I just chose to calculate based on 16 ounces). Calories: 470 Protein: 51 g Carbs: 57 g Fat: 3g Now, being I can only eat about 4 ounces at a time, I chose to break it out by the ounce as well. So if your serving size is 4 ounces, you can multiply these numbers by 4 (or divide the above by 4 I suppose - didn't think of that before). Per 1 ounce serving: Calories: 29 Protein: 3 g Carbs: 4 g Fat: 0 g I know it's high in carbs for some of you, but it was still good. The carbs are entirely from the tomato soup.
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Im 3 weeks out and on pureed food, how many oz of protein should I be eating 2 or 4 oz?
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My doc says to keep total consumption of all food to four ounces. That said I would go with two ounces of protein at a time and add a little vegetables. I had a band for 7 years before the sleeve and only did two ounces at a time all the time
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Hi Thanks although that does seem rather a lot but if that becomes the only option then it's worth knowing. Surely there must be some cheaper fill doctors in England
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I just eat what I want in smaller portions. I dont count anything, calories, Protein etc, and I dont really believe a high protein, low carb diet is particularly healthy. As far as sugar goes, I gave it up in tea and coffee when I was about 16 and it was easy. It takes 2 weeks tops, and you get used the non sugared taste. But I woudnt hesitate to just use a bit of real sugar in moderation. I think there's some people, particularly PCOS sufferers who seem to do loads better by really cutting out carbs. In which case its sensible to do so, but for a lot of people, it just isnt necessary and they certainly dont tell you to do it in Australia, it really is an American thing.
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I had my surgery with the WGA option at THG (the £5,450 one) 11mths ago and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had my surgery at Bromsgrove and the hospital and staff were great. I personally was happy with the option I picked, I have only had 4 fills in 11mths, at a total cost of £340, if I'd gone for the more expensive option I'd jave paid an extra £2000 for 12mths aftercare and the same amount of fills!! and if i've needed any advice THG have spoken to me and I can call my fill provider whenever I need them.
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When I was a low-carber I used to make these all the time... 3 oz light creme cheese 1/2 c. crunchy Peanut Butter 3-4 scoops of vanilla or plain whey Protein powder dash of vanilla 6 pkts of splenda I used to microwave the cheese and PB just enough to get it soft, then mix with the other ingredients. Spray 8x8 dish with Pam then spread in bottom of pan. Refrigerate. These were more like a peanut butter treat than a protein bar and I would eat brownie size portions (2" x 3")....but they sure did curb my hunger! Also, it was a long time ago and I don't exactly remember the ingredient proportions so you might have to play with it a little.
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i tried this recipe. they werent bad. kinda soft but the fact that they were cheap made up for any shortcomings. 3 cups oatmeal 1/2 cup Peanut Butter 1 cup skim milk 4 scoops Protein powder dash of cinnamon mix until a sticky batter is formed. spread into a pam-sprayed 8x8 baking dish or pan top with 4 or more packs of splenda or other artificial sweetner put in fridge overnight 285 calories 21 gram protein.
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Has anyone heard of Raw Protien? It is 17 gms of protein,80 calories per scoop. It is brown rice protien. Live probiotics and enzyme. Raw,vegan,gluten free,dairy free. I a, looking for something to put in broth or other foods that might not have protein. I am on week out from surgery. Is there any problem with live probiotics at this point?
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Yes, I'm aware they aren't "low fat," but they are a good, soft protein source.
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My friend had her op end Feb and she just phoned me from Saudi a few days ago.She had to cut her hair short.She was losing a lot and it thinned a lot.It does seem to be around 4 months that people lose more hair.I know for a fact that my friend is not eating enough protein...she likes carbs a lot and eats rice, bread (battle but eating it..) and poridge a lot....
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I started the week at 243 .... yesterday the scale said 247 - what the HECK?!?!?!?! This past weekend I was on liquids because of my recent fill, now Im back on solids and that 4 lbs just jumped on???? SIGH AT least I'm getting my protein in. And I went to the gym twice already this week and I'm going again today for more cardio. Maybe I'll try to do a liquid breakfast and a liquid dinner for the next couple of days and see if that makes a difference. (I can't eat liquid lunch on weekdays every day, I would be too jealous of my work friends eating real food). Wish me luck!
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I'm nervous...
onelessfatgirl replied to onelessfatgirl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks so much everyone, your support means a lot!! I told my patents last night. My mom isn't really too in-the-know about cuurent wls options. She first gave me some of the "I hope you know what you are doing.... this is permanent.... I hope you understand the risks." I think, based on some of her questions, that she initially thought I'd be getting roux-en-y. She asked if I'd be on shakes the rest of my life and if I'd ever be able to sit down and eat a meal with them. She said she didn't understand why I'd be able to stick to a diet post-op but not before. I shared with her some research findings about the long term success rates of those who have over 100lbs to lose and attempt it ::eye roll:: "the natural way." She said she'd like to see me thin and happy and I interrupted her and told her this was more than what I look like; it's about my long term well being, preventing health issues, living a life with and for my family (especially my kids). I shared with her some of the things that keeps me from living fully like, last week NOT taking my 7 year old to the school skating party because my DH was out of town and my knees have been killing me and frankly I was worried that if I fell I'd seriously injure myself, embarrass my son, and be out of commission for a while. Interestingly, she didn't ask about my husband or his thoughts. Which, I totally appreciate that one of her go-to thoughts wasn't about my husbands take or influence. I think she knows me well enough to know I'm my own woman, with a strong mind and personality. I'm sure she'll talk to my sister but I anticipate my sister will be supportive as she's been banded. I invited her to ask me more questions or talk to me about her concerns. So, we'll see how it goes. My DH told me he was very proud of me for facing my parents. I don't let many people rattle me but boy, they sure can. I respect them so much and how smart and strong they have been throughout their lives. But I'm a grown woman who has to do what's right for me and my little family. -
Protein, protein protein! I can suggest Gold's Power Bars that you can purchase at Walgreens. About 200 calorie and 23 grams of protein. I typically have one at Breakfast or between a meal. They are soft and go down great in the morning with coffee. If you have superb restriction have half for breakfast and the other half an hour later. Your hair should come back once you replace what your body was missing.
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I have a 3 day road trip coming up. We will be in restaurants or with relatives for breakfasts & dinners. What do you pack for stops along the way? I am taking protein drinks, but I don't know what else will travel well, as well as work to keep my energy & protein levels up. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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I hate, hate, hate having depression:(
windycitywids replied to spoiltmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
You aren't rambling so don't worry. I am glad you are going to see a Psychiatrist as a GP isn't equipped enough for all of the different med options out there. My sister found out in her mid-forties that she is Bi-Polar and she is doing well now on meds. Just know that you are never alone with this disease and don't ever feel or let anyone else make you feel inferior. Taking meds for mental illness is like taking meds for high blood pressure, it's to help a medical condition. Good luck to you -
I do yogurt or oatmeal. I am pretty tight in the morning and "real food" is usually not an option. I have managed a turkey sausage link here and there but that's not too often. We just returned from Disney and I took protein shake mix with me and ordered a skim milk and had a shake. I have also discovered that egg salad works well but is high fat and cholestrol, so I try to avoid it. I have also eaten grits, and the occasional turkey or chicken salad with wheat crackers. Also most places have a "diet plate" usually half a cantalope filled with cottage cheese. Last time I was in Mexico I lived on fruit smoothies and that was preband. ~Mandy
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I just made my first Protein balls and they were DELICIOUS a great way to have a "Dessert" and yet not feel guilty about having one of them because it's healthy. I altered the recipe I found and made it a vanilla-orange like flavor. Best thing of it all is no baking is required!! Kitchenaide is best to be used but otherwise you just need a wooden/really strong spoon 1 cup Almond Butter (called for Peanut Butter but almonds are healthier) 1 cup Agave (you can replace this for honey as well) 5 scoops of vanilla (or vanilla like) Protein powder 3.5 cups old-fashioned oats 1 tsp vanilla extract Shredded coconut Orange extract added until taste is reached Milk added (not a whole lot) for consistency Added all the above to kitchenaide (except the coconut) and then rolled them into balls and coated them with coconut. Refrigerated overnight, and keep them refrigerated to keep the consistency right. Made 27 balls and I figured it out it was about 167 calories per ball and about 6-8 (depending upon how much milk you use) of protein per ball. Also bought BSN's Syntha-6 peanut butter cookie protein powder that is delicious in milk or Water both. I'm thinking about trying that protein powder next for these and replacing the almond butter for peanut butter with the peanut butter cookie protein powder. Yum.
