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I had oatmeal. .yogurt. .tuna..quinoa..cream of wheat. .try pinterest for protein recipes
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I'm on the five-year plan. I've got the bad polyps. This is my year to get it done. I've never had trouble with the prep in the past, but now I have a little pouch. The prep includes drinking a massive amount Water along with a whole bottle of miralax and magnesium citrate. I asked the nurse (surgeon's team) and they said to ask the gastroenterology folks when I made my appointment. When I made my appointment, I asked about prep alternatives and they weren't sure. They asked me to check with my primary physician. Surely, I can't be the first gastric bypass person to get a colonoscopy at this rather large clinic in Minneapolis. Has anyone here had a colonoscopy done after they've had weight-loss surgery? Did you have an alternative to the prep or the procedure? I thought I would explore my options before writing my primary care physician an email. I will also google it, but do want to hear first hand from people about their experience (pros and cons). This way I could tell her which alternative I prefer. Thank you so much for your responses!
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My eyes are bigger than my stomach
MrsFraga2016 replied to MrsFraga2016's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have small 3 (or4) inch plates. I think I'm going to make sure that I always have one clean to eat off of. I usually do eat on it, but last night they were dirty and I used a regularish plate instead. Filled it up with a chicken breast and zucchini spaghetti. I need to learn to now take my 3oz of Protein and walk away. If I want more I can come back and get more later. -
Does anyone know if it's ok to to eat any type of Activia yogurt once your banded? I used to eat it all the time pre-op. I eat regular low fat yogurt and greek yogurt almost daily for protein.
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I'm supposed to be drinking 1oz per 15 mins which means 4oz in an hour why the heck should I take 5 hours to finish one 20oz ISOPURE I'm drinking it in more like one to two hours. Is this ok? FYI I'm two days post op
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mpope, i get hungry lile a regular ole person. the difference is, when i eat my Protein first, i am fuller longer. when it's time to eat again, i am starvin' just like anyone else...it just takes much, much less to make me full. carbs imo are the easiest to eat...so if sweets/carbs is your thing then you will have to be very careful with them. you will have to make a conscious effort to eat your protein first...like i do. so, less of them? hmmm...depending on how restricted you are, you will eat less. but, most carbs are soft and therefore very easy to go down.
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Hi, I'm vegetarian also (although I have started to eat fish now and again) but as far as the band is concerned you can get plenty of protein in with nuts, seeds, pulses and grains. For a while I found eating basmati rice difficult so I switched to cous cous, after a couple of months I tried rice again and I can eat it fine now. When you are making your Soups (broth) I suggest you put a handful of lentils in with your veggies. Protein drinks are terrific when you are on the liquid stage. A bowl of porridge (oats) with some animal milk on is as protein rich as a piece of quality meat. For the mushie stage I found houmus (blend a tin of chick peas, 2tbl sp sesame seed paste, clove of garlic and juice of 1/2 a lemon add olive oil as you blend) a terrfic protein rich easy to eat food. Good luck on your journey.:glare:
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Agreed. My First week I was on straight liquid with no lumps. Week 2 I was allowed mushies and protein shakes. Though every Doctor has their own method of madness...
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I had my surgery on January 2006 and have not lost any weight! My doctor did not put me on any special diet and told me that my band would tell me when to stop eating I can't eat anything in the morning (I even have a hard time drinking hot tea) and at lunch it takes me about an hour and a half to eat a WW dinner. For supper, I usually eat pretty good, but sometimes I have a hard time and it takes me a long time to eat. I am use to cold food. I have tried joining WW which is not working (that is why I had this surgery) and things are so depressing... I have had 3 fills one un-fill and 2 more fills. I am now drinking Whey Protein in my sugar free drinks. It is OK, but I really do not know if I should go the low carb, low calorie or what diet. I am self paid and will be paying on this unsuccessful surgery for 3 more years. Is anyone else out there having the same problems? __________________ Banded 1/6/2006 Had 3 fills (don't know the specifics) After a year, only 20 lbs down. Now on Weight Watchers and losing slowly.
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Ok guys, needs some insight. Besides the obvious : gas x strips, protein shakes, measuring cups, water, SF jello, broth, vitamin water zero, SF ice pops. Is there anything else I should stock up on, surgery is scheduled for 7/18/2017 and I'm shopping for everything on 7/15/2017. Help!! Thanks <3
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Pre-op Food Prep
momof2littleones replied to SweetGisy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Best way to prep shakes? Right now I use 4oz milk + 1 scoop for 25g protein for my preop diet. I cannot guzzle 8oz of powder, yuk. So. . My question is, after surgery, I need 3 scoops + 12oz milk. Does anyone make the shake in the AM and drink throughout the day? Or do you mix a tsp in 1 Oz of milk every serving? -
I was told that I needed 70 to 80 grams of protein, daily, after banding. I started stocking up on different kinds & flavors. Then, people told me "not to buy too much, because I would be able to get it from my food." There is NO way I can get that much protein in a day. I would have to eat nothing but meat, beans, & cottage cheese. I have a hard time getting any kind of fish or meat down. (It seems to hang. ) If It wasn't for whey protein shakes & protein bars, I would never come close to getting the protein in. How about the rest of you??? Can you get your protein from your food alone?? just wondering
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Guess some people do, but not me. I get about half of mine from food (my goal is 100 grams/day). Maybe I could force it down, but why??? I love my protein shakes/latte's....they are good and taste like a dessert/treat to me....so why force down tuna every day when I have something else that makes me happier and just as healthy. Protein is protein, after all, regardless of the source.
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Help me PLEASE! Need some restrictions!
Lady VS replied to Blahhhhh's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
All I can say is to measure your food with your meals being no more than 4 oz total. A lot of people use myfitnesspal to track how many calories they are eating as well. You should stay within 800-1000 calories if you possibly can. Have cheese sticks handy and protein bars for a snack. Good luck. -
Thanks for sharing!! I am just glad that kids have options now. I would have LOVED to have gotten my band when I was younger and obese and have my weight problem nipped in the butt early on. I think the lap band for severly obese kids is wonderful--not the bypass however. Too dangerous for children IMO. ~Liz~ 03/10/06241/156/160 5'8''
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I dont know if these have been mentioned before, and I dont know how new they are BUT they are new to me!!! I was so happy to find them. I have no fill so maybe that is why they work for me. They are Don Pancho, High Fiber, Low Carb, Low Fat Wraps!!! One wrap has: 60 calories 2g fat 8 g Carb 5g fiber 6g protein AND THEY ARE SUPER YUMMY!!!! I made lunch with them today and 12 yo daughter ate one and LIKED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I got them at Winco. They back of package reads: 95% fat free Whole Wheat Cholesterol Free High Fiber Great for Diabetics Excellent Low Carb Bread Substitute Delicious I know that not EVERYONE can do tortillas( wraps) but for the ones that can try these!! Deanna
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I like "Oh Yeah" protein shakes .... ready to drink ... very low sugar and 32 g of protein per 14 oz bottle.
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Saline before 1st fill
tutornmom replied to vjstewart07's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I honestly don't know what type of band I have. I know I should have been more attentive to that. I looked at one on a fake stomach but I didn't pay attention to the details. About the saline already there, my doctor explained it like this. He said that with each band he has to fill it with saline to test it before/during the procedure to put it on. He said that he removes the saline but there is probably 1-2cc left. I have not had a fill but I have good restriction. I am eating about 3/4 of a cup of food until I am feeling full and sticking with high Proteins. I am not drinking any shakes unless it is what fits with my schedule that day. I am eating that 3/4 of a cup of food 4 times per day instead of 3. My days are long and I just can't make 3 last all day. I lost 4 lbs last week (5th week post op). :tongue2: I am exercising almost everyday. My doc told me at my post op appointment that as long as I felt good restriction and was losing 2 or more pounds per week, he will not do a fill. I am supposed to check back with him sometime between October and December when I think I am ready for a fill (ie losing 1 or less pounds per week). In His hands! -
Hi Daniel, Sorry you're having such a difficult time this last month and a half. I bet the new fill will start helping. You just have to stick to the "rules of the tool", no more than 1/2-3/4 cup at a sitting, 75% protein & 25% good carbs (track your food, it's so easy to forget and over do it!), 64 ounces of water (30 min before and 1 hour after eating), at least 30 minutes of exercise a day. I kinda know what you're going through, I've been on a 6 month stall...lost 7 pounds in 6 months! It was, however because I was not following the "rules". They really are important to the weightloss process. Once I started following them again, the weight started coming off again! Good luck with everything! It can definately be a difficult lifestyle change...ya just gotta do it, for you! I'll be rooting for ya!
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I live in between Charleston and Huntington WV. I was wanting to know my options for Doctors who perform the lap band surgery in these vicinities.
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Sonia, welcome to bandland. Congrats on your surgery. Make sure you drink a lot of protein shakes.
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I travel all the time for business and carry a store with me! When we stop we go to a retaurant/ diner where I get something decent, or if fast food has to happen...... taco bell beef burrito supreme sucks right out of its tortilla. In and out you can order your burger protein style and they will make it wrapped in lettuce with no bun it is good! Fries go down great they are evil, I really have to use will power to stay away from them! I always have on me some or all of these when I leave on a trip: Luna Bars nuts fruit avacado string cheese While I am on the road sometimes these work as a meal. I used to travel with my magic bullet till I broke it and had protein shakes in the hotel, I loved it and need a new one!
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Hello 830830...congrats on your recent surgery. One week after surgery..I had a day of. mourning over the lost if my best friend, my consoler, my go to. ...FOOD. On that one day, I wanted to binge ..I wanted my best friend that I loved so much for 40 years. I knew I could use my friend anymore.. I was so sad.. It was day of realism..however, with that mourning..my mind flipped. It was also my day of acceptance..that I had to let go of my best friend. Though I know my friend can come and knock on my door again, I am doing the best to keep her a bay. Every since my sleeve, it is so much easier to jump into what life has to offer..rather than being in a stupor with high fat, high sugar food. I have discovered my cues of head hunger'. I.e. Tiredness', stress , and anxiety. I am very aware when I have head hunger..then I take the time out and evaluate what situation I Have put my day in. Then I slowdown..tell myself that nothing is worth being anxious about ..to,sabotage my health journey. You are going through a transition..and that is an integral part of growth towards health..when I are feeling out of your body. The time to analyze your feelings and write it down..face your new reality. Make sure you are not over exercising. Not eat all your Protein...etc etc. Your body is healing.. So be patient..be kind to yourself.. I am so happy that had that one horrible day. I did not binge..I eat what I was directed to. But it was a day of awakening. So embrace change. Even though it is foreign to you right now.
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You get 3 gold stars for only having A cookie. Yesterday I had five before noon. Today I had a protein shake that has chromium in it (like a diet pill for me.) So I've been good so far, and I already finished my daily water requirement. I must be serious!
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protein water 20 grams of protein no carbs or calories
