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Besides meat I was wondering what foods really fill people up quickly. I would like to lose a little bit quicker while my sleeve(aka my Portion Control pouch) is relatively new. I am just over two months out and lose about a pound or so a week. While I am perfectly fine with this, I wondered if people could share the types of foods, besides meat that really give you that full feeling. Maybe that will help me to lose a little bit more during the honeymoon phase. Thanks :)

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I've found that any of the dense Proteins fill me up quickly including chicken, chicken burgers, deli lunchmeat, etc. I also buy reduced-fat block cheese and slice it up . . . that also fills me up. eggs are really filling - I have one every morning with a piece of bacon or turkey sausage and often I can't finish all of it.

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Many veggies fill me right up quick and the good thing is they are chock full of Vitamins and fiber! Broccoli, cauliflower and aspargus are REALLY filling. :) cheese is also a good one. I can eat an ounce of it and feel content for a good long time. It's a really good snack. Good luck!

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If you're not talking meat or eggs, then cottage cheese is my go-to food for a filling Protein meal. You can put salt and pepper and even a little hot sauce in it if you want it savory and to use as a dip..., or applesauce and cinnamon and splenda (or any other fruit) if you want it sweet. I love that it is versatile that way...and very filling and nutritious.

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At nearly 16mths out, I still find two small poached eggs on a piece of wholemeal or multi grain toast REALLY filling... not sure if that helps?

I also agree with Diva, green veggies are filling too... I love mange tout and aspargus ... but I also enjoy lightly fried - with soya sauce and olive oil - red onions! These really compliment any meats and fish and really do leave me feeling satisfied for a long time.

Good luck!

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At nearly 16mths out, I still find two small poached eggs on a piece of wholemeal or multi grain toast REALLY filling... not sure if that helps?

I also agree with Diva, green veggies are filling too... I love mange tout and aspargus ... but I also enjoy lightly fried - with soya sauce and olive oil - red onions! These really compliment any meats and fish and really do leave me feeling satisfied for a long time.

Good luck!

Oh my goodness!!! Girl, you had me at Soy Sauce... tongue.png

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i just recently discovered how satisfied i stayed with fresh, raw apples. plus the Fiber is so good. i also am finding out how long i can stay full with Soup. i just try to stay clear of any creamy Soups. give it a try..

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Low fat cheese sticks (at 6 months I also have 1/4 apple, and a few whole grain crackers)

Greek Yogurt (at 6 months I also have1/2 slice whole wheat bread and 1/3 banana)

Andersons Split Pea Soup (at 6 months I also have 1/4 apple)

Soy Milk, vanilla Protein powder, a little pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice (yum! - now that I get my Protein from food I sometimes have this sans Protein Powder - 8 grams of protein for the soy milk)

Beans (any kind, I have a pot of Great Northern Beans on the stove right now! - I enjoy them with fresh spinach or kale now)

At two months out, I could only fit protein and a bite of vegetable or non-acidic fruit (melon is good) - no room for starches.

Lynda

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